In a strong reaffirmation of his administration's zero-tolerance policy, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Saturday declared that the state has taken a hard line against corruption, resulting in the arrest of numerous public officials. The CM used social media to deliver a direct message, emphasizing that graft has no place in Assam under his watch.
Straight Talk and Decisive Action
Chief Minister Sarma, in a post on the platform X, encapsulated his government's approach with the phrase "Seedhi Baat, No Bakwas" (straight talk, no nonsense). He stated clearly that Assam does not tolerate corruption. This declaration was backed by concrete figures from the past year's enforcement actions.
Record Interventions and Arrests in 2025
Providing specifics, CM Sarma revealed that the state's Directorate of Vigilance and Anti-Corruption carried out 29 trap operations in the year 2025. These proactive stings led to the arrest of 32 public servants on charges of graft. He highlighted that these interventions were record-setting in their scale and effectiveness, aimed at ensuring that "corruption cannot raise its head."
The Chief Minister further detailed the success rate of these operations, noting that extensive traps were laid and officials were caught red-handed. Significantly, he added that 100 per cent of the cases were chargesheeted, ensuring that legal proceedings move forward without delay. "The message is clear," Sarma asserted, underscoring the administration's commitment to following through on every case.
A Clear Message to the System
This public announcement serves as both a report card on the government's anti-corruption drive and a stern warning to the bureaucracy. By sharing these statistics, CM Himanta Biswa Sarma aims to project an image of a transparent and accountable administration that is willing to act against malpractice within its own ranks. The focus on trap operations and subsequent chargesheeting indicates a strategy focused on gathering irrefutable evidence to secure convictions.
The crackdown on corruption remains a central plank of the Assam government's governance model. These actions are presented as proof of the CM's "straight talk" philosophy, translating promises into measurable action against unethical practices in public service.
