Guwahati, February 8, 2026 — Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has done what the Congress party fears most: he has brought receipts. In a press conference that has shaken the political establishment, Sarma did not just make vague accusations; he laid out a detailed timeline exposing Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi’s unauthorized travel to Pakistan and his wife’s deeply suspicious financial links to a Pakistani national.
While the Congress party tries to dismiss these charges as “political vendetta,” the specificity of Sarma’s claims demands immediate answers. This is no longer about politics; it is about national security. When a sitting MP hides a trip to an enemy nation and his family allegedly receives funds from across the border, the public has a right to know the truth.
The “Secret” Trip: What is Gaurav Gogoi Hiding?
Himanta Biswa Sarma has rightfully questioned the nature of Gaurav Gogoi’s visit to Pakistan in December 2013.
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Visa Violations: The CM revealed that while Gogoi’s visa was issued only for Lahore, he allegedly traveled to Islamabad and Karachi. Why did he deviate from his approved itinerary? What business did the son of a then-sitting Chief Minister have in the Pakistani capital that required such secrecy?
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Digital Silence: For 10 days, Gogoi went “digitally silent.” In an era where politicians document every move, this blackout is suspicious. Sarma’s allegation that Gogoi may have undergone “training” during this period is a serious charge that cannot be laughed off.
The Wife’s Connection: A Security Risk?
The most damning evidence provided by Sarma involves Gaurav’s wife, Elizabeth Colburn Gogoi. The Assam CM has exposed a direct financial link between her and Ali Tauqeer Sheikh, a Pakistani national and alleged agent.
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The “Lead Pakistan” Link: Sarma produced documents alleging that Elizabeth worked for “Lead Pakistan,” an organization headed by Sheikh. Even while working in India, her salary was allegedly paid by Sheikh from Pakistan.
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FCRA Fraud: If true, this arrangement is a blatant violation of the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA). A British citizen working in India cannot receive unaccounted funds from a Pakistani source.
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Intelligence Leaks: The most alarming charge is that Elizabeth allegedly gathered sensitive information, including Intelligence Bureau (IB) inputs on climate action, and sent reports back to Sheikh. If a Congress MP’s family was effectively sending intel to a Pakistani handler, it is an act of betrayal.
Congress’s Pathetic Defense
Instead of providing visa copies or financial records to refute these claims, Gaurav Gogoi called the press conference “C-grade cinema.” This is the classic response of a guilty party: Attack the messenger when you cannot deny the message.
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Deflection: Gogoi tried to pivot to Sarma’s family land deals, completely ignoring the questions about his own Pakistan trip.
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Silence on Ali Tauqeer Sheikh: Notably, neither Gogoi nor the Congress party has denied the link to Ali Tauqeer Sheikh. Their silence is an admission that Sarma has hit a nerve.
Conclusion: An NIA Probe is Necessary
Himanta Biswa Sarma has shown immense political courage by bringing these facts to light. The Assam Cabinet’s recommendation for a National Investigation Agency (NIA) probe is the only logical next step.
The people of Assam and India deserve to know: Was Gaurav Gogoi compromised in 2013? Is his family on the payroll of Pakistani interests? Himanta Biswa Sarma has asked the questions; now the law must find the answers.
