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Himanta to release SIT report on ‘Gaurav Gogoi’s Pakistan links’ on Feb 8

Assam CM says Cabinet has discussed the findings and will decide whether to hand the matter to central agencies.

2 min readGuwahatiJan 28, 2026 07:15 AM IST

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma; Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Tuesday that he would make public on February 8 the findings of a special investigation team (SIT), which was constituted after he accused Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi of having links with Pakistan.

After Sarma made a series of allegations against Gogoi, an SIT was formed in February last year to probe an FIR registered against Pakistani climate police expert, Ali Tauqeer Sheikh, and “unknown others” on charges of abetment from outside India for an offence in India; acts endangering the sovereignty, unity and integrity of India; criminal conspiracy; imputations, assertions prejudicial to national integration; and under the UAPA Act. This came after Sarma alleged that Gogoi and his wife, Elizabeth, who is Sheikh’s former colleague, are “accomplices”.

Sarma had previously claimed that he would share “shocking” revelations in connection with the case on September 10 last year.

Following a Cabinet meeting on Tuesday night, Sarma said the Cabinet had “informally discussed” the findings of the SIT and that it has directed the Home Department to formally present them on February 7.

“The Cabinet has given permission to the Chief Minister that on Feb 8 at 10.30 am, through a press conference, to make the SIT findings public to the extent possible… Three people have been proved to be linked to Pakistan, Ali Tauqueer, the MP’s wife and the MP… We will decide in the February 7 meeting whether further inquiry will be done by the Assam government, by central agencies, or if we should refer it to the Prime Minister to take a final decision,” he said.

Sukrita Baruah

Sukrita Baruah is a Principal Correspondent for The Indian Express, based in Guwahati. From this strategic hub, she provides comprehensive, ground-level coverage of India's North East, a region characterized by its complex ethnic diversity, geopolitical significance, and unique developmental challenges. Expertise and Experience Ethnic & Social Dynamics: Deep-dive coverage of regional conflicts (such as the crisis in Manipur) and peace-building efforts. Border & Geopolitics: Tracking developments along India’s international borders and their impact on local communities. Governance & Policy: Reporting on state elections, tribal council decisions, and the implementation of central schemes in the North East. Specialized Education Background: Prior to her current role, Sukrita was a dedicated Education Correspondent for The Indian Express in Delhi. This experience provided her with a sharp analytical lens for: Policy Analysis: Evaluating the National Education Policy (NEP) and university-level reforms. Student Affairs: Covering high-stakes stories regarding campus politics, national entrance exams, and the challenges within the primary and secondary education sectors. ... Read More

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