India, Feb. 26 -- The Gauhati High Court on Thursday issued a notice to Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma in response to multiple petitions seeking action against him for alleged hate speeches targeting the Muslim community.

A Division Bench, comprising Chief Justice Ashutosh Kumar and Justice Arun Dev Choudhury, heard arguments and directed notices to be served to Sarma as well as the Central and Assam governments. The next hearing is scheduled for April.

Senior Advocate CU Singh, representing some petitioners, alleged that Sarma has engaged in targeted statements against Miya Muslims in Assam. Singh pointed to remarks where Sarma reportedly suggested restricting voting rights for this group and referenced plans to manipulate vo...