The Assam Congress is facing deep internal turmoil as Dhubri MP Raqibul Hussain emerges at the centre of a major political controversy. Former Assam Congress president Bhupen Bora has blamed Hussain for forcing him out of the party.
Bhupen Bora resigned from Congress on February 16. The party leadership tried to stop him and refused to accept his resignation initially. Senior leaders held multiple meetings to persuade him. However, Bora confirmed his decision the next day and announced his move to the BJP.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma later met Bora and said he would formally join the BJP on February 22. Sarma assured Bora of respect and confirmed he would contest future Assembly elections on a BJP ticket.
Bora accused Raqibul Hussain of running the Assam Pradesh Congress Committee like a personal organisation. He claimed Hussain controls ticket distribution and key decisions. Bora even termed the party as “APCC-R,” suggesting it functions under Hussain’s influence.
Raqibul Hussain, a five-time MLA and sitting MP, holds strong political clout. He defeated AIUDF chief Badruddin Ajmal by a record margin in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections.
The rift has exposed serious leadership struggles within Assam Congress. The fallout now threatens to weaken the party ahead of crucial Assembly elections.
