Congress slams BJP over Assam CM’s divisive purported video

February 8, 2026

The Congress party on Saturday criticized the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) over a controversial video circulated by the Assam BJP that allegedly targets religious minorities, with senior leaders claiming it spreads communal venom and polarizes voters ahead of crucial elections. Congress leaders said the clip reflects a dangerous trend of using divisive content for political gain.

What Sparked the Controversy

The dispute centers on a purported video posted on social media by the Assam BJP’s official handle, which the Congress alleges portrays religious minorities in a threatening or negative light. The opposition claims the content promotes fear and division by suggesting dire consequences if certain communities gain influence in the state.

While details of the specific visuals and captions in the latest video were not fully described in the statement, similar earlier AI‑generated posts from the Assam BJP depicted alarming scenarios including exaggerated claims about demographic change and alleged domination by a particular community that critic labelled xenophobic and communal.

Congress’s Response: ‘Poison Spread from Top’

Congress leaders accused the BJP of fostering hatred and undermining social harmony. The party’s statement described the video as “poison spread from the top,” suggesting that the ruling party was deliberately stoking communal sentiments rather than focusing on development and inclusive governance.

Senior Congress figures demanded action from constitutional bodies and regulatory authorities such as the Election Commission, arguing that such content may violate norms against hate speech and communal incitement during sensitive electoral periods.

Background: Previous AI Video Backlash

This is not the first time political social media content from the Assam BJP has drawn criticism. In September 2025, an AI‑generated video shared on the party’s X account depicted a hypothetical “Assam without BJP,” portraying Muslims in exaggerated numbers and as a threat to the state’s future imagery that spiked public debate and was condemned by several leaders, including AIMIM’s Asaduddin Owaisi and Congress representatives.

At that time, opposition parties also filed complaints with police and urged the Election Commission to intervene, warning that the video could inflame communal tensions ahead of looming elections.

Political Context in Assam

Assam is gearing up for assembly elections in early 2026, and political rhetoric has increasingly centred around identity, immigration and community rights. The BJP currently in power in the state has often emphasized issues linked to illegal immigration and demographic changes, narratives that have resonated with some sections of the electorate but also drawn allegations of communal polarization from opponents.

The Congress, pushing a campaign of social cohesion and inclusive development, has seized on the video controversy to rally support and highlight what it calls a decline in responsible political communication by the BJP.

Calls for Regulatory Action

Congress leaders reiterated their demand that authorities such as the Election Commission of India and digital platforms enforcing electoral and ethical standards review and act against content, they believe is harmful to communal harmony. They argue that digital political messaging must adhere to constitutional values and refrain from inciting fear or hostility toward any community.

As the election season advances, the controversy is likely to intensify debate over digital political content, deepfakes, and the regulation of campaign messaging on social media.