In a significant development, Assam Police conducted a search of Congress leader Pawan Khera’s residence in New Delhi on April 7, 2026. The search reportedly yielded incriminating material, although specific details have not been disclosed. Khera was not present at his residence during the police operation.
The search is part of a broader investigation following 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. The controversy has intensified just days before the Assam Assembly elections scheduled for April 9, 2026.
Himanta Biswa Sarma, the Assam Chief Minister, alleged that Khera fled to Hyderabad after the police search, further complicating the situation. Sarma’s accusations extend to his wife, Riniki Bhuyan Sarma, whom Khera claims holds three foreign passports. In response, Riniki Bhuyan Sarma has denied these allegations, stating, “No. How can I have three passports?”
Adding to the drama, Sarma asserted that confirmation had been received from a Dubai government website indicating that one of the passports cited by Khera was fake. This claim has fueled the ongoing political battle, with Congress spokesperson Jairam Ramesh describing the police action as a “witch hunt” aimed at silencing the opposition.
The backdrop of this controversy involves serious allegations regarding foreign assets and passports, which have become a focal point in the lead-up to the elections. The Assam Police registered the case at the Crime Branch Police Station in Guwahati, marking a significant escalation in the political tensions surrounding Khera.
As the situation unfolds, reactions from both sides continue to emerge. Khera’s supporters maintain that the actions taken against him are politically motivated, while the Assam government insists on the legitimacy of the investigation. The outcome of this controversy could have lasting implications for the upcoming elections and the political landscape in Assam.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding the specific nature of the incriminating material found during the search. As the April 9 elections draw closer, the stakes are high for all involved, and the public awaits further developments in this unfolding story.
