Congress Alleges Foul Play: BJP Accused of Spreading Communal Hatred with "Doctored" Videos in Assam

A political storm is brewing in Assam as the Congress party has formally approached the Election Commission of India (ECI) with a scathing complaint against the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). The grand old party alleges that the BJP is actively involved in creating and disseminating "objectionable" and "doctored" videos online, specifically targeting Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi and, more broadly, the Muslim community.

The complaint, filed by the Assam Pradesh Congress Committee, asserts that these videos are not merely political attacks but are meticulously crafted to ignite communal disharmony and spread misinformation ahead of the crucial Lok Sabha elections.

Congress leaders have emphasized that such tactics are a blatant violation of the Model Code of Conduct and undermine the democratic process by attempting to polarize voters along religious lines.

Sources within the Congress party state that the videos in question contain misleading narratives and manipulated visuals, all designed to portray Gaurav Gogoi in a negative light and to communalize the electoral discourse by casting aspersions on the Muslim community.

The party has urged the ECI to take immediate and decisive action against the BJP members responsible for the production and circulation of these inflammatory materials.

Congress spokesperson from Assam reiterated the party's commitment to a fair and transparent election process, expressing deep concern over what they describe as the BJP's increasing reliance on divisive tactics.

"This isn't about healthy political debate; it's about sowing discord and hatred," a party official remarked, "The Election Commission must step in to safeguard the integrity of our elections and ensure that no party can benefit from such communal propaganda."

The complaint also highlights the potential for these videos to incite public resentment and create a hostile environment, especially in a state like Assam with its diverse demographic fabric.

The Congress is demanding a thorough investigation and stringent penalties, including the removal of the said videos from all platforms and action against individuals and party units involved in their dissemination, to prevent further damage to communal harmony and the electoral atmosphere.

As the election fever intensifies, this complaint adds another layer of tension to the already charged political landscape of Assam.

The eyes are now on the Election Commission to see how it responds to these serious allegations and ensures a level playing field for all political contenders.