Sanjit Debnath, the chairman of the Village Council Development Committee (VCDC), has become embroiled in controversy following allegations of engaging in an illicit affair. The incident unfolded in Tilak village, near Basugaon town in the Chirang district, on May 12.
Reports surfaced of Sanjit Debnath, a father of two, being discovered under suspicious circumstances at the VCDC office in Tilak village. Speculations had been circulating regarding his alleged involvement in an extramarital relationship with a married woman from Vijay village, identified by the surname Burman.
Tensions escalated when locals claimed to have observed the two individuals together at the VCDC office late at night. Prompted by their suspicions, community members intervened, intercepting the duo and promptly informing the nearby police station.
Law enforcement swiftly responded to the distress call, ensuring Sanjit Debnath’s safety amid a palpable atmosphere of community unrest. The incident has since reverberated through Basugaon town, eliciting strong emotions and prompting public outcry.