Congress Leader Khera Faces Marathon Assam Police Grilling

In a high-profile interrogation in Guwahati, Congress leader Pawan Khera underwent another round of questioning by Assam Police's Crime Branch. Emerging from the session, Khera addressed the media with calm assurance: 'I'm answering every single question put to me. The more they ask, the more I'll respond.' This marks the second appearance for Khera in connection with an FIR lodged by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma's wife, Rinki Bhuiyan Sarma. The Wednesday interrogation stretched beyond 11 hours, focusing on Khera's claims about her alleged possession of multiple foreign passports and overseas financial ties. Protected by anticipatory bail from the Supreme Court, Khera has been directed to cooperate fully. 'All standard questions in such probes were asked, and I provided all necessary answers,' he explained. He has been called back on May 25 and pledged to comply. The FIR lists grave charges under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, encompassing election-related falsehoods, fraud, document forgery, public record tampering, and criminal defamation. Khera, undeterred, reiterated his faith in judicial processes during his media interaction. This ongoing saga reflects deepening political rivalries in Assam, where Khera's statements have sparked a legal battle. His repeated affirmations of cooperation portray him as a dutiful citizen amid accusations that could impact his party's standing. As dates for further summons approach, observers watch closely for developments that may shape public discourse on political accountability and expression.