Tarun Gogoi (April 1 1936 – November 23 2020): A Legacy in Assam Politics Tarun Gogoi, a prominent figure in Indian politics, served as Assam’s Chief Minister for an unprecedented 15 years (2001-2016), the longest tenure in the state’s history. A lawyer by profession and a member of the Indian National Congress, his political career spanned several decades. Elected to the Lok Sabha multiple times, representing Kaliabor and Jorhat constituencies, Gogoi also served as Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Food and Processing Industries under P V Narasimha Rao. His time as Chief Minister was marked by efforts to curb militancy and violence, alongside improvements in the state’s financial standing. He consistently won from the Titabar constituency from 2001 until his death. Gogoi’s political legacy includes a focus on development and peace-building in Assam. His long tenure reflects a significant degree of public support. He was posthumously awarded the Padma Bhushan in 2021. His contributions to Assam's political landscape remain a subject of ongoing discussion and analysis.