The latest election trends in Assam show a strong lead for the ruling National Democratic Alliance (NDA), indicating the possibility of a majority. As the Election Commission released updates for 121 of the 126 constituencies, the NDA was ahead in 93 seats.
Current Standings in Assam Elections
The trends detailed the following status:
- NDA: 93 seats
- Congress: 23 seats
- Raijor Dal: 1 seat
- AIUDF: 2 seats
- CPI(M): 1 seat
- Jharkhand Mukti Morcha: 1 seat
Among the NDA’s achievements, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) secured leads in 74 constituencies. Its alliance partners, Asom Gana Parishad (AGP) and Bodoland Peoples’ Front (BPF), were leading in 10 and 9 constituencies, respectively. Meanwhile, Congress maintained a foothold with leads in 23 seats.
Key Candidates and Constituencies
Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma was leading in the Jalukbari constituency. Conversely, Gaurav Gogoi, the State Congress president, was falling behind BJP’s Hitendranath Goswami in the Jorhat constituency. Other notable candidates included:
- Lurinjyoti Gogoi (AJP) – Leading in Khowang
- Akhil Gogoi (Raijor Dal) – Leading in Sibsagar
- Atul Bora (AGP) – Leading in Bokakhat
- Keshab Mahanta (AGP) – Leading in Kaliabor
The election trends also saw former Congress leaders Pradyut Bordoloi and Bhupen Borah, who switched to BJP, establishing leads in Dispur and Bihpuria, respectively. Additional BJP ministers, including Ranoj Pegu, Pijush Hazarika, Ashok Singhal, Prashanta Phukan, and Bimal Borah, were also leading in their respective constituencies.
Conclusion
The election trends from Assam indicate a significant advantage for the NDA. With the counting still in progress, the results could solidify the NDA’s position for another term in governance. El-Balad will continue to provide updates as the situation develops.
