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Congress Leaders Attacked in Assam as Election Tensions Escalate

Congress MP Pradyut Bordoloi and MLA Shibamoni Bora were injured in a mob attack, prompting an FIR and promises of increased security from CM Himanta Biswa Sarma.

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Overview

  • Congress MP Pradyut Bordoloi's convoy was attacked by masked assailants wielding rods in Dhing, leaving him and MLA Shibamoni Bora injured.
  • The attackers vandalized vehicles in the convoy, forcing the passengers to take cover as glass shards caused injuries.
  • An FIR has been filed against unidentified individuals, and the vehicles involved are now under investigation at Solguri Police Outpost.
  • Congress leaders have accused BJP supporters of orchestrating the attack, while CM Himanta Biswa Sarma has pledged action against the perpetrators and enhanced security for Bordoloi.
  • The incident underscores rising political violence ahead of Assam's panchayat elections, with Congress alleging intimidation tactics by the ruling BJP.