In a significant development, the Gauhati High Court has ruled that Naba Kumar Sarania, the current Member of Parliament representing Kokrajhar constituency in Assam, is ineligible to contest elections in the region. The court’s decision revolves around the validity of Sarania’s ethnic certificate, which has been a contentious issue in recent legal proceedings.
The High Court declared that Sarania does not qualify as a scheduled tribe (ST), casting uncertainty over his status as an Independent candidate and member of the Gana Suraksha Party since 2014. This ruling raises questions about his ability to continue serving as the representative of Kokrajhar in the Lok Sabha.
The dispute surrounding Sarania’s ethnic certificate has been ongoing, with the court’s verdict marking a pivotal moment in this legal battle. Sarania has previously alleged a conspiracy to undermine his political career in Kokrajhar, reiterating these claims in response to the recent ruling.
