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Congress Aspirants Queue Up in Assam as 2026 Assembly Polls Heat Up

Aspirants for the Indian National Congress gathered in large numbers at the party's Assam headquarters to submit applications seeking tickets for the upcoming Assembly elections. The day-long exercise saw enthusiastic participation, including from first-time candidate Jonson J. Sangma, who is vying for the Boko-Choygaon (ST) constituency. Sangma highlighted the constituency's unique social and geographical composition and expressed confidence based on his year-long preparation and voter feedback. The event underscores the growing political activity within the Congress as the 2026 polls draw closer.

Key Points: Assam Congress Ticket Aspirants Gather at Party HQ for 2026 Polls

  • Early mobilisation for 2026 polls
  • Diverse constituency of Boko-Choygaon
  • Focus on Garo community representation
  • Direct contest expected with BJP
  • Calls for cross-community support
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Assam Assembly polls: Congress aspirants queue up at party office

Jonson J. Sangma and other Congress aspirants submit applications at Rajiv Bhavan, Guwahati, seeking party tickets for the upcoming Assam Assembly elections.

"If I get the ticket, I will be very happy. I hope people will choose me as their representative. - Jonson J. Sangma"

Guwahati, Jan 19

Ahead of the Assam Assembly elections, aspirants of the Indian National Congress and their supporters gathered in large numbers at the party's state headquarters, Rajiv Bhavan, on Monday to submit applications seeking party tickets.

The day-long exercise witnessed enthusiastic participation from leaders and workers across the state, reflecting the party's early mobilisation ahead of the high-stakes polls.

Several aspirants queued up to file their nomination papers, expressing optimism about securing party tickets.

Among the applicants was Jonson J. Sangma, a first-time candidate from the Garo community, who submitted his application for the 28 No. Boko-Choygaon (ST) Assembly constituency.

Sangma currently serves as Vice-Chairman of the Assam Pradesh Congress Committee Minority Department and has been associated with the Congress since 2001.

His candidature is being seen as politically significant, particularly in view of a direct contest with the Bharatiya Janata Party in a constituency marked by a diverse mix of tribal and non-tribal populations.

Speaking to the media after submitting his application in Guwahati, Sangma said he has been preparing seriously for the election for nearly a year.

He highlighted the unique geographical and social composition of the constituency, noting that one part lies close to the Brahmaputra Valley while another connects Goalpara district with Kamrup Metro, offering vast scope for development.

Expressing confidence, Sangma said he has been engaging regularly with voters and has received encouraging feedback.

"If I get the ticket, I will be very happy. I hope people will choose me as their representative," he added.

Highlighting the importance of inclusive representation, Sangma said the Garo community received tribal status in 2003 and appealed for support from Rabha, Boro, Hajong, Koch-Rajbongshi, Bengali, Assamese and other communities, stressing that collective participation would benefit the constituency as a whole.

Several other aspirants also submitted applications on Monday, underscoring growing political activity within the Congress as the 2026 Assembly elections draw closer.

- IANS

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Priyanka N
Jonson Sangma's focus on inclusive representation for all communities - Rabha, Boro, Garo, Assamese - is the right approach for a diverse state like Assam. Development can only happen when everyone feels represented. Wishing him luck! 🤞
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Aman W
The enthusiasm is good, but let's see if this translates into a strong campaign. Congress has lost ground in the Northeast. They need a clear vision for Assam's future - jobs, flood management, and protecting local culture.
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Sarah B
Interesting to see the process from the outside. The article mentions he's been with the party since 2001. That's a long time! Does seniority usually guarantee a ticket in Indian politics, or is winnability the main factor now?
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Karthik V
Early bird catches the worm! Smart move by Congress to start mobilising now for 2026. BJP is very strong in Assam, so opposition needs this kind of preparation. The real test will be their manifesto for the youth.
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Nisha Z
Hope the party gives a fair chance to dedicated workers and doesn't just favour big names or defectors from other parties. Grassroots workers are the backbone. Also, would like to see more women aspirants in the queue! 👩‍💼

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