Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma Defends Wife Amid Allegations, States Family Assets Are for Public Benefit
Guwahati, 12th August: In response to allegations made by Assam Congress President Bhupen Borah regarding the assets of his family, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma firmly defended his wife, Riniki Bhuyan Sarma, asserting that her actions and assets are dedicated to the welfare of the people of Assam.
During a recent media interaction, Sarma emphasized that his wife has consistently used her resources for the state’s benefit. “Whatever Riniki Bhuyan Sarma is doing, she is giving and will continue to give all to the people of Assam. Nobody will take it. She will not keep anything for herself or our children,” Sarma declared. He added that even family-owned assets, such as the news channel News Live, would eventually be handed over to the people of Assam.
Addressing specific concerns about land holdings and business ventures, Sarma clarified that the land in Ganeshguri, which had been scrutinized by critics, has been transformed into a Sai Baba Mandir, with plans to build a Shivji Mandir on their Zoo Road property. “Even the resorts and all are for the people of Assam. Riniki is not keeping anything for herself,” he reiterated.
Sarma dismissed the accusations against his wife, stressing that profits from their businesses are reinvested into community-benefiting projects. He urged the public to view these assets as belonging to the state, noting that News Live is intended for the employees who manage it, further emphasizing that the family’s focus remains on contributing to the welfare of Assam.
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