Sonowal launches attack on Congress, urges cooperation for 2047 vision – On February 2, 2026 Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal accused past Congress governments of corruption and misgovernance, calling on the opposition to work with the ruling alliance toward a “developed India by 2047.” He framed the criticism as part of a parliamentary motion thanking President Droupadi Murmu for her address. [1]
Congress “rejected” by northeast voters, Sonowal alleges – Sonowal argued the party lost support in the northeastern states because it failed to address regional aspirations while in power, saying the electorate “rejected” Congress. [1]
Cites 2G, coal block and Commonwealth Games scandals as evidence – He listed the 2G spectrum allocation, coal block allocations and the Commonwealth Games as major scams that marked previous Congress‑led administrations with policy paralysis. [1]
Claims “transparent, corruption‑free” governance since 2014 under Modi – Contrasting past scandals, Sonowal said India has enjoyed “transparent and corruption‑free governance” since Narendra Modi became Prime Minister, noting the country’s rise to the world’s fourth‑largest economy and attributing the shift to Modi’s political will. [1]
Highlights President Murmu’s historic identity and “remarkable” address – Sonowal praised Murmu’s speech as “remarkable,” emphasizing her status as India’s first Adivasi President, second woman President and youngest President, linking her tribal identity to the nation’s progress. [1]
Frames Modi’s northeast policy as a response to 1962 neglect – He invoked the 1962 Chinese aggression to illustrate past neglect of the northeast, asserting that Modi has prioritized the region, labeling it the sacred “Ashtalakshmi” and delivering welfare initiatives for inclusive growth. [1]