Overview
- The FIR was registered on Monday at Parliament Street police station in New Delhi against an unknown person.
- Sonowal’s Assistant Personal Secretary filed the complaint, alleging malafide intent to create political disharmony in election-bound Assam and to tarnish the minister’s reputation.
- Police have initiated a probe, with a request from the minister’s office for priority investigation and strict legal action.
- The letter, dated January 15 and addressed to the BJP national president, falsely portrayed eroding public support and urged a change in the chief ministerial face.
- Officials stated the letter and signature were forged and asked media and the public to verify any related communications through authorised channels.