Addressing an election rally of nearly five thousand people at Nolonipathar Church playground, the leaders criticised sitting MLA Biswajit Phukan and Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma.

Gaurav Gogoi alleged, “The BJP harbours no respect for Zubeen Garg and stands opposed to his ideals.” He further claimed that “even after his death, the BJP continued to disrespect Zubeen Garg.” Accusing the government of failing to deliver justice, Gogoi also stated, “Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has close links with those responsible for Zubeen Garg’s killing, which led to negligence in the investigation.” He assured that an alliance government would deliver justice within 100 days of coming to power and called for an investigation into the relationship between CM Sarma and Shyam Kanu Mahanta.

According to a party release, Gogoi accused the current government of running syndicates, alleging connections between those in power and syndicate mafias. He stated that cattle, coal, sand, and stone syndicates operate under the current regime, questioning whether such individuals could genuinely care about public welfare, employment, healthcare, and land rights.

He added that strict action would be taken against anyone making communal remarks against any religion, asserting that Assam has always been a land of harmony inspired by the ideals of Sankar-Azan. While everyone has the right to speak for their community, he emphasised that insulting others is not part of Assamese culture. Gogoi promised to introduce strict laws to maintain peace and harmony, drawing inspiration from the governance style of former Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi.

Reacting strongly to alleged derogatory remarks made by the Chief Minister against Gen-Z candidate Kunkhi Choudhury and her family, Gogoi said those comments exposed the Chief Minister’s character. He accused CM Sarma of lowering the dignity of his office through inappropriate public remarks and stated that Assamese society must restore the dignity of the Chief Minister’s position. He also commented that Sarma is not a true follower of Sanatan values.

Meanwhile, addressing the gathering, AJP President Lurinjyoti Gogoi urged the people to remove leaders who divide society and act as subordinates to the Chief Minister. He reiterated the resolve to defeat the BJP through united opposition efforts.

He criticised the Chief Minister on issues including the Assam-Nagaland border dispute, the Apex Bank scam, post-eviction conditions, and land pattas. Referencing rising prices, he remarked that “while the government gives with a spoon, it takes away with a bulldozer.” He emphasised that government schemes are funded by public money and beneficiaries are not subservient to any political party. He assured that under an alliance government, no woman would be harassed in the name of schemes, and benefits would be distributed equally to all.