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Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma defends Election Commission amid opposition SIR row
✍️ India Today NE
🗓 24 Sep 2026, 07:46 AM
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Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said the opposition’s remarks on the Election Commission’s handling of the SIR controversy were incorrect, reaffirming the body’s credibility.
Assam’s chief minister, Himanta Biswa Sarma, publicly defended the Election Commission after a political controversy surrounding the State Information Report (SIR) erupted. He asserted that the opposition’s criticism of the commission’s actions was misplaced and that the body remains impartial in overseeing electoral processes.
Sarma emphasized that the Election Commission operates under constitutional safeguards and that its decisions are guided by legal frameworks, not partisan pressure. He urged political parties to respect the institution’s autonomy and focus on constructive dialogue rather than unfounded accusations.
The chief minister’s remarks came as opposition leaders raised concerns about the commission’s handling of the SIR issue, alleging bias. Sarma’s response sought to quell the debate, reiterating confidence in the commission’s integrity and warning that baseless attacks could undermine democratic norms.
Sarma emphasized that the Election Commission operates under constitutional safeguards and that its decisions are guided by legal frameworks, not partisan pressure. He urged political parties to respect the institution’s autonomy and focus on constructive dialogue rather than unfounded accusations.
The chief minister’s remarks came as opposition leaders raised concerns about the commission’s handling of the SIR issue, alleging bias. Sarma’s response sought to quell the debate, reiterating confidence in the commission’s integrity and warning that baseless attacks could undermine democratic norms.