Guwahati: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday revealed that a sitting Congress MP from the state and his family will be summoned for questioning by a Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing alleged links to Pakistan.
Speaking at a press conference, Sarma said the MP, whose name he did not disclose, is expected to appear before the SIT along with his family between June and July.
The investigation stems from suspicions regarding undisclosed travel and financial connections to Pakistan.
According to the chief minister, the MP reportedly stayed in Pakistan for 15 days without notifying the central government—a serious breach of protocol.
“He crossed into Pakistan via the Atari land border instead of flying, presumably to avoid detection,” Sarma claimed.
The SIT, which is being led by Assam Police, has allegedly uncovered evidence that the MP’s wife received a salary from Pakistan for three years while she was employed in Delhi.
“We have statements supporting this claim,” Sarma said, adding that these findings raise further questions about the nature of the financial relationship.
The Chief Minister also pointed to a separate trip the MP made to Nepal during the same period, calling it a “clandestine visit” with no official or public engagements.
Sarma noted that Pakistani intelligence agency ISI was particularly active in Nepal at the time.
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“We are trying to connect the dots to see if these visits were related,” he said.
The SIT is expected to conclude its investigation and submit a report by September.
Sarma confirmed that if the case requires further scrutiny beyond the state’s jurisdiction, central agencies may take over the probe.
“The Assam Police will investigate thoroughly. If the situation demands, central investigative bodies will step in to carry it forward,” he said.
