Gaurav Gogoi admits visiting Rawalpindi without official clearance
Congress leader and Assam Congress chief Gaurav Gogoi has come under scrutiny over his 2013 visit to Pakistan, with questions being raised about the places he travelled during the trip.
In a television interview, Gogoi mentioned that he visited Taxila, a historic Buddhist site located in Pakistan’s Rawalpindi district. This has led to discussions about whether his travel permissions allowed him to visit areas beyond cities such as Islamabad and Lahore, which were reportedly included in his clearance.
The issue has now become a point of political debate. While some critics are questioning whether proper procedures were followed, others have defended the visit, highlighting the historical and cultural significance of Taxila, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its ancient Buddhist heritage.
The interview clip continues to circulate widely on social media, keeping the matter in public discussion. As of now, there has been no official clarification addressing the questions raised about the scope of his travel permissions during the Pakistan visit.
