Assam Assembly election 2026: Curtains down on high-voltage campaign
The Assam Assembly elections concluded on April 7, with voters casting their ballots for the state's 126 seats. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, and other BJP leaders campaigned against the opposition Congress, accusing it of promoting infiltrators and failing to address development issues. The Congress countered by highlighting corruption allegations against the ruling party and promising justice for singer Zubeen Garg if elected. Prominent candidates include Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, Gaurav Gogoi (Congress), Badruddin Ajmal (AIUDF), and Debabrata Saikia (opposition). The elections will be held in a single phase on April 9th.
6 APR 2026
— 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
· THIS STORY — The Hindu
Voters in Assam cast ballots in a single-phase election on April 9th, concluding a high-voltage campaign.
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