Bongaigaon, Assam: In a surprising turn of events, a local BJP leader, Gauranga Arya, has found himself at the center of a scandal after being caught red-handed in an extra-marital affair in Bongaigaon district.
Arya, who serves as the secretary of the Manikpur unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party, reportedly took advantage of the absence of the woman’s husband to meet her privately. However, his clandestine meeting was soon uncovered by the woman’s family.
As suspicions grew, local residents quickly responded to the family’s alarm, leading to Arya’s apprehension. Eyewitnesses described a dramatic scene as Arya was restrained with a rope typically used for tethering livestock, while members of the woman’s family confronted him about his indiscretions.
The unfolding drama attracted a crowd of onlookers, further complicating the situation as tensions rose. The Borghola police were called to the scene to manage the escalating conflict. Officers intervened, rescuing Arya from the agitated family and bystanders before taking him into custody.
The incident has sparked outrage in the community, raising questions about the moral conduct of public officials. As investigations proceed, the scandal continues to unfold, casting a shadow over Arya’s political career and the local BJP unit.