Guwahati: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has once again drawn attention for his candid remarks on integrity and simplicity in public life. Speaking at a recent event, the Chief Minister declared that he owns no personal property and has no debts, underscoring that everything he possesses comes solely from his own hard work and dedication.
“I own no property only my work, my faith, and my principles,” Sarma said, reflecting on the importance of living an honest and transparent life.
The Chief Minister further emphasised that one’s wealth should come through effort and not entitlement, adding that honesty and self-reliance are the true measures of prosperity. He also highlighted that a woman’s income is her independent right a result of her own labour and merit, not dependent on anyone else.
“Public life should reflect service, not the pursuit of possessions,” Sarma remarked, urging political leaders and citizens alike to adopt humility and moral strength over material ambition.
Sarma’s comments, widely shared across social media, have resonated with many who see his message as a call to return to values of integrity, simplicity, and faith in one’s own work.