Guwahati, May 19 -- The Assam Crime Branch on Tuesday summoned senior Congress leader Randeep Surjewala to appear before investigators on May 23 in connection with the passport controversy linked to Riniki Bhuyan Sarma, wife of Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma.

This development comes days after fellow Congress leader Pawan Khera was summoned to the Crime Branch Police Station in Guwahati regarding the same high-profile case.

Following his appearance, Congress leader Pawan Khera stated that he had cooperated fully with the investigating authorities and confirmed he would appear before the agency again on May 25 in connection with the ongoing probe.

Speaking to reporters in Guwahati, Khera said he was questioned on matters usuall...