The Asom Jatiya Parishad (AJP) has issued a stern condemnation regarding what it describes as a coordinated and malicious smear campaign targeting Kunki Chowdhury, the party’s candidate for the 36 Guwahati Central Assembly constituency. In a formal press statement, senior AJP leaders expressed deep concern over the use of unethical tactics aimed at tarnishing the personal reputation of one of the state’s most prominent young and highly educated political aspirants.
According to AJP Vice President Samsher Singh and Secretary Ziaur Rahman, Kunki Chowdhury has garnered significant public traction since her candidacy was announced. As a representative of the new generation, her platform—focused on a progressive and self-reliant Assam—has reportedly unsettled political rivals. The party alleges that these “vested interests,” threatened by her growing popularity, have resorted to circulating misleading images and false narratives across both mainstream and social media platforms to malign her and her family.
The AJP leadership characterized these actions as a direct assault on the sanctity of the democratic process. They emphasized that while political competition is a cornerstone of democracy, it must be rooted in debates over principles, policies, and public service rather than personal slander or intimidation. The statement further noted that targeting a candidate’s private life and family is fundamentally contrary to the cultural ethos of Assamese society, which historically upholds the values of dignity and mutual respect.
Reaffirming their unwavering support for Chowdhury, the party leaders stated that such desperate measures would not deter their mission. They expressed full confidence in the discernment of the voters in Guwahati Central, asserting that the public would easily identify and reject divisive and negative politics. The AJP maintains that the integrity and commitment shown by Chowdhury remain reflective of the party’s vision for the state’s future.
In their closing remarks, Singh and Rahman urged all political stakeholders and competing parties to maintain decorum as the 2026 election cycle progresses. The AJP has called for a return to a principled campaign environment, reminding all participants that the ultimate goal of the election is the welfare of the people of Assam, which should never be overshadowed by character assassination or unethical maneuvers.
