In a significant development, Assam Police conducted a search of Congress leader Pawan Khera’s residence in New Delhi on April 7, 2026. Khera was not present during the search, but authorities reportedly discovered incriminating material, the specifics of which remain undisclosed.
The search follows an FIR filed against Khera by Riniki Bhuyan Sarma, who has accused him of conspiracy and fraud related to her alleged foreign assets. Sarma claims that Khera is attempting to tarnish her reputation, alleging that she holds three foreign passports, a claim she vehemently denies.
Himanta Biswa Sarma, Assam’s Chief Minister, has accused Khera of fleeing to Hyderabad following the police action, stating, “He ran away from Guwahati yesterday.” This incident has intensified the ongoing political tensions, particularly with the Assam Assembly elections scheduled for April 9, 2026.
The controversy has drawn sharp reactions from Congress, with senior leader Jairam Ramesh describing the police action as a “witch hunt” aimed at suppressing opposition voices. He stated, “This is not due process but instead a witch hunt, a bully using state machinery to muzzle and silence the voice of the Opposition that is exposing his many black deeds.”
Adding to the complexity of the situation, Sarma has claimed that the allegations against his wife are linked to Pakistan, further inflaming the political discourse. He also asserted that the passport cited by Khera was verified as fake, complicating the matter further.
The Assam Police have registered the case at the Crime Branch Police Station in Guwahati, indicating the seriousness of the allegations. Khera’s accusations regarding Sarma’s alleged foreign passports have raised eyebrows, as he claims that Sarma possesses assets amounting to ₹52,000 crore.
As the situation unfolds, the political landscape in Assam is becoming increasingly charged, with the upcoming elections looming large. The allegations and counter-allegations are likely to play a significant role in shaping voter sentiment.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding the nature of the incriminating material found during the search, leaving many questions unanswered as the political drama continues to escalate.
