"After Mallikarjun Kharge came to hear our views, we were told in four to five weeks a decision will come from the high command. But now we hear that Gogoi will be retained. Yesterday Gogoi called me and I had a discussion with him and I found he has nothing concrete in his mind to revive the party. He plans to change minters every four months. Absolute madness is prevailing upon him. I found continuing in Gogoi ministry is not advisable mentally, physically and politically, so I have decided to resign," said Sarma.
Sarma added: "From today we will fight for Gogoi's removal. You can expect some more action in the coming days. We (Sarma along with other dissident MLAs) will play the role of a constructive opposition. We will allow the government to function but will oppose Gogoi's anti-people policies."