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Akhil Gogoi's Indefinite Satyagraha Over Assam Flood Relief Continues as CM, CS Absent
✍️ indiatodayne.in
🗓 04 Oct 2026, 06:03 AM
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Akhil Gogoi has begun an indefinite satyagraha demanding better flood relief in Assam, stating that neither the Chief Minister nor the Chief Secretary have visited his protest site. The protest highlights concerns over delayed assistance to flood-affected communities.
Akhil Gogoi has launched an indefinite satyagraha to press for improved flood relief measures in Assam. The protest is being held in response to the ongoing challenges faced by flood‑affected residents across the state.
He pointed out that neither the Chief Minister of Assam nor the Chief Secretary has visited the site of his satyagraha to assess the situation or offer support. Their absence has been cited as a reason for continuing the agitation.
Gogoi’s demand centres on timely and adequate assistance for those impacted by the floods, including relief supplies, rehabilitation and faster disbursement of aid. He has said the satyagraha will continue until the authorities respond to these concerns.
He pointed out that neither the Chief Minister of Assam nor the Chief Secretary has visited the site of his satyagraha to assess the situation or offer support. Their absence has been cited as a reason for continuing the agitation.
Gogoi’s demand centres on timely and adequate assistance for those impacted by the floods, including relief supplies, rehabilitation and faster disbursement of aid. He has said the satyagraha will continue until the authorities respond to these concerns.