Guwahati: Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi on Monday said his son Gaurav will have to chart his own career in politics.
Talking to the media, Gogoi said he welcomes his son’s interest in politics but Gaurav will have to show dedication and work hard to succeed.
“I have always believed that youngsters should come forward and participate in politics and social activities. But success or failure will depend on his (Gaurav’s) own work”, the chief minister said.
Admitting that he has not given any “specific advice” about politics to his son, Gogoi said, “He will have to face hurdles and ups and downs. Without facing hurdles, he will not be successful”.
The US-educated Gaurav had last month evinced interest in joining politics and has also undertaken a tour of the state.
“If a Chief Minister starts liking or disliking any minister, it would be difficult to run the administration”, Gogoi said.
The Chief Minister termed himself “lucky” for winning polls for three consecutive terms.
“Generally, chief ministers and governments become unpopular within 2-3 years of winning power and face an anti-incumbency wave. In that way I am lucky”, Gogoi added. (PTI)
