Pawan khera news: Breaking: – Assam Police Raids Residence Amid Controversy
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 reportedly not present during the raid, which has raised eyebrows given the timing just days before the Assam Assembly elections scheduled for April 9, 2026.
During the search, authorities claimed to have found incriminating material, although specific details about these findings have not been disclosed. The operation stems from an FIR filed against Khera by Riniki Bhuyan Sarma, who has accused him of conspiracy and fraud, citing Indian Penal Code sections 420 and 468 related to fraud and forgery, respectively.
The political backdrop to this incident is particularly charged, as Khera has publicly alleged that Sarma holds three foreign passports, a claim that has been vehemently denied by Sarma. “No. How can I have three passports?” Sarma stated, countering Khera’s accusations.
Himanta Biswa Sarma, the Assam Chief Minister, has escalated the situation by asserting that Khera fled to Hyderabad following the police search. He further claimed that the allegations against his wife are linked to Pakistan, a statement that adds a layer of complexity to the already fraught political atmosphere.
Congress spokesperson Jairam Ramesh condemned the police action, labeling it a “witch hunt” aimed at silencing 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.” This sentiment reflects a growing concern among opposition parties regarding the use of state power in political disputes.
As the controversy unfolds, the Assam Police have registered the case at the Crime Branch Police Station in Guwahati, intensifying the scrutiny on Khera and his associates. The implications of this incident extend beyond Khera himself, as it raises questions about the integrity of the electoral process in Assam.
With the elections just around the corner, the political ramifications of this raid could be profound. The Congress party is likely to leverage this situation to galvanize support against what they perceive as an abuse of power by the ruling party.
As of now, details remain unconfirmed regarding the specific nature of the evidence found during the raid, leaving the public and political analysts alike eager for clarity in this unfolding drama.
