Congress Blocks Gautam's Appointment as Sikkim Governor

The Indian National Congress has publicly opposed the appointment of Gautam as the Governor of Sikkim. Party leaders argue that Gautam’s name surfaced in the high‑profile Ankita murder investigation, suggesting a potential conflict of interest. They claim the move is a deliberate attempt to shield Gautam from scrutiny. The opposition has called for a review of the appointment process and urged the central government to reconsider the decision. No official response from the government has been issued yet.