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BJP Aims for Historic Third Term in Assam as Election Dates Announced

BJP MLA Diganta Kalita stated the BJP and its allies are aiming for a third consecutive term in Assam following the announcement of election dates by the Election Commission. The Assam Assembly elections will be held in a single phase on April 9, with vote counting on May 4. The Election Commission also announced schedules for polls in West Bengal, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Puducherry, along with by-elections in six other states. The Model Code of Conduct has come into immediate effect across all poll-bound regions.

Key Points: Assam Elections 2024: BJP Eyes Third Consecutive Term

  • Assam polls on April 9
  • BJP targets historic third term
  • Counting of votes on May 4
  • Model Code of Conduct in effect
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BJP eyes "Third consecutive term" in Assam, says BJP MLA Diganta Kalita as EC announces poll dates

BJP MLA Diganta Kalita says party is fully prepared for Assam Assembly polls on April 9, aiming for a historic third consecutive term in power.

"In Assam, the BJP and its allies are aiming for a third consecutive term. - Diganta Kalita"

Guwahati, March 16

Assam BJP MLA Diganta Kalita on Monday said the BJP and its allies are aiming for " Third consecutive term " in the state after the Election Commission of India announced the date for the Assam Assembly elections.

Reacting to the poll schedule, Kalita said the party and its allies have completed their preparations.

He said," The Election Commission of India has announced the dates for the Assam state elections, scheduled for 9th April. All major parties, including the BJP and its allies, have completed their preparations. In Assam, the BJP and its allies are aiming for a third consecutive term."

Kalita further said, "Our party workers are fully prepared, and our message to the people of Assam is clear: the BJP and its allies are committed to their progress. We seek the blessings and guidance of the people to win even more seats than before."

The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Sunday announced the schedule for Assembly elections in four states--West Bengal, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Assam--along with the Union Territory of Puducherry.

According to the schedule, Assam and Kerala will vote in a single phase on April 9. Polling in West Bengal will be conducted in two phases on April 23 and April 29, while Tamil Nadu will go to the polls on April 23. Voting in Puducherry will also take place on April 9. The counting of votes for all four states and Puducherry will be held on May 4, the ECI announced.

In addition to the Assembly polls, the Commission also announced by-elections for six seats across six states--Goa, Gujarat, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Nagaland, and Tripura--which will be conducted in two phases.

The first phase, covering constituencies in Goa, Karnataka, Nagaland, and Tripura, will have polling on April 9, while the second phase in Gujarat and Maharashtra will take place on April 23.

Following the announcement, the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) came into immediate effect in all poll-bound regions.

In Assam, elections for all 126 Assembly constituencies will be held in a single phase on April 9, with the counting of votes scheduled for May 4.

The terms of the current assemblies are set to end on different dates: May 20 in Assam, May 7 in West Bengal, May 10 in Tamil Nadu, May 23 in Kerala, and June 15 in Puducherry.

- ANI

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Priya S
Elections are always a festival of democracy! 🗳️ Hope all parties focus on real issues like employment for youth and women's safety, not just rhetoric. Assam needs stable governance.
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Aman W
While the current government has its achievements, there is room for improvement in handling floods and supporting small farmers. A respectful suggestion: the campaign should be about these local issues, not just national narratives.
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Sarah B
Interesting to see all these states voting together. The Model Code of Conduct is crucial for a level playing field. Hope EC ensures free and fair polls.
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Vikram M
Diganta Kalita sounds confident. But in a democracy, overconfidence can be risky. The people of Assam are wise and will vote for the alliance that delivers on promises. The next month will be very interesting!
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Nisha Z
Single phase polling on April 9th for Assam is good, less disruption. My main concern is preserving Assam's unique culture and language while developing. All parties must address this.

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