Bhupen Borah Quits Assam Congress, Chief Minister Himanta Sarma Hints at BJP Welcome

New Delhi: Before the assembly elections in Assam, the situation seems to be becoming more difficult for Congress. Senior party leader and former state president Bhupen Kumar Bora has broken ties with Congress. This decision of his has not only increased the stir within the party but has also started discussions about new equations in the politics of the state. This separation of a leader who was associated with the organization for a long time is being considered a big blow for the Congress.

Why did Bhupen Bora take the step of separation from Congress?

Bhupen Bora has put forward in his resignation that he was not able to see himself playing an effective role in the organization for a long time. He believed that his political experience and organizational understanding were not being properly utilized within the party. His participation in the party's work and decisions was becoming limited, due to which his dissatisfaction increased and ultimately he decided to leave the Congress.

How harmful is this decision for Congress before the elections?

Bhupen Bora has been among those leaders of Assam Congress who were considered to have a good grip on the ground and the organization. He has been an MLA twice and has played an important role in managing the party organization for a long time. His resignation just before the assembly elections may affect the strategy of the Congress and the morale of the workers.

What are the indications of this resignation in Assam politics?

After Bora's resignation, discussions have intensified in the political circles of the state. The eyes of different parties are fixed on his next step. There are also speculations that he may move to another political party or may stay away from active politics for some time. The statements coming from the ruling party have given further strength to these speculations.

What efforts did the Congress leadership make to handle the situation?

As soon as the news of resignation came out, many senior Congress leaders came in contact with Bhupen Bora. Efforts were made to convince them to reconsider the decision. The party leadership wants to signal that it is not ignoring such internal dissent and wants to prevent a breakdown in the organization before the elections.

What has been the political image of Bhupen Bora?

Bhupen Bora has been known as a quiet but active leader in organizational work. He worked for the party for a long time and is known among the workers as a grassroots leader. His supporters say that continuous neglect and internal strife forced him to take this step.

What challenges will lie ahead for Congress?

This development has posed a big challenge to the Congress to keep the organization united. Before the elections, the party will not only have to strike a balance at the leadership level but will also have to take along the dissatisfied leaders and workers. If the situation is not handled in time, it can directly impact the election performance.

At present, all eyes are on Bhupen Bora's next step. His decision seems to be setting the stage for bigger changes in the politics of Assam in the coming days.