BJP worker violently killed by Congress goons: Assam CM Himanta

Assam CM and BJP leader Himanta Biswa Sarma alleged Congress "goons violently attacked and killed" a BJP worker. Bipul Saikia succumbed to injuries purportedly sustained in clashes between members of the two parties ahead of by-elections in Samaguri constituency. Accusing Congress of "orchestrating poll violence and undermining democracy", Sarma stated those responsible will be made accountable.