Assam Election 2026: What BJP and Congress promise in their manifestos
The upcoming Assam Legislative Assembly elections are scheduled for April 9, 2026, with the counting of votes taking place on May 4, 2026. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Congress are the main contenders in this election, promising various policies to address issues such as land rights, economic development, and social welfare. Nirmala Sitharaman, Union Finance Minister, presented the BJP's "Sankalp Patra" which focuses on implementing a Uniform Civil Code, protecting land and heritage, and furthering its development agenda. Rahul Gandhi, Congress leader, released the party's "Raijor Istahar", or people's manifesto, promising Scheduled Tribe status for six communities, an Anti Corruption Commission, and a white paper on Assam finances. The elections will involve around 2.50 crore registered voters across 31,486 polling stations.
6 APR 2026
· THIS STORY — The Hindu
The upcoming Assam Legislative Assembly elections will feature competing manifestos from the BJP and Congress, each outlining policy proposals for the state.
— The Hindu
The Assam Assembly election campaign is heavily influenced by the tea tribe community, with parties vying for their support through promises and strategies.
7 APR 2026
— The Hindu
Voters in Assam cast ballots in a single-phase election on April 9th, concluding a high-voltage campaign.
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