Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma Ridicules Congress with Burnol Remark Ahead of MLC Polls

During the campaign for the upcoming Legislative Council (MLC) elections in Assam, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma delivered a sharp jab at the opposition Congress party, comparing it to the disputed COVID‑19 remedy Burnol. The CM’s remark was made at a rally in the state, where he warned voters that the Congress continues to rely on ineffective tactics, much like the drug that failed to gain scientific endorsement.

Burnol, a home‑grown anti‑viral that gained brief political attention before being dismissed by health experts, was invoked to suggest that the Congress lacks credible solutions for the public. Sarma’s comment underscored his broader narrative that the ruling party is focused on development, while the opposition clings to outdated and unproven measures.

The Congress party, already on the defensive in several states, condemned the remark as a baseless personal attack and reiterated its commitment to addressing health and governance issues through evidence‑based policies. No official response from the central leadership was recorded at the time of reporting.

The episode adds to the heightened political rhetoric surrounding the MLC polls, where national leaders such as Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah have also criticized opposition figures, including Rahul Gandhi, for alleged anti‑national statements. However, the focus of this report remains on the Assam CM’s Burnol jibe, which has drawn considerable attention on social media and among local voters.