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BJP Set for Comfortable Assam Win, Poll Predicts 96-98 Seats

An IANS-Matrize opinion poll forecasts the ruling BJP will return to power in Assam with a comfortable majority of 96-98 seats. The Congress is projected to secure about 26-28 seats, falling short of posing a threat to the incumbent government. The state will vote in a single phase on April 9, with results declared on May 4. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma expressed confidence following the announcement of the poll schedule.

Key Points: BJP to Win Assam with Majority: IANS-Matrize Poll

  • BJP projected 96-98 seats
  • Congress forecast 26-28 seats
  • Poll shows 43-44% vote share for BJP
  • Single-phase election on April 9
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BJP will win Assam with a comfortable majority: IANS-Matrize Opinion poll​

IANS-Matrize opinion poll predicts BJP will win 96-98 seats in Assam assembly elections, with Congress projected to get 26-28 seats.

"Yato dharmastato jayah - Himanta Biswa Sarma"

New Delhi, March 15

The battle for Assam is expected to be in favour of the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party, as people remain largely satisfied with the Himanta Biswa Sarma government and are likely to vote him back to power, according to the-Matrize Opinion polls.​

According to the Opinion poll, the ruling BJP government is seen dismissing any anti-incumbency wave and returning to power with a comfortable majority.​

The survey forecasts a whopping 96-98-seat mandate for the ruling party in the upcoming Assembly elections.​

The findings, which come minutes after the pronouncement of the election schedule in the Eastern state, show others and independents bagging a moderate share of the polling percentage, but not enough to be a decisive factor in government formation.​

According to the IANS-Matrize Survey, the BJP is seen grabbing a vote share of 43-44 per cent, effectively translating into 96-98 seats.​

On the other hand, Congress, the main challenger, is seen doing better but falling short of posing any threat to the ruling dispensation. It is projected to get 39-40 per cent vote share and secure victory in about 26-28 seats in the 140-member Assembly.​

Earlier in the day, the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) announced polling dates for 4 states and 1 Union Territory (UT) - Puducherry.​

Assam will see a single-phase election on April 9, along with Kerala, and the results will be declared on May 4.​

Moments after the declaration of poll dates, Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma took to his social media account to share his first reaction.​

"Yato dharmastato jayah," he said in a post on X, which means where there is righteousness, there is victory.​

Meanwhile, the electoral battleground in Assam remains fierce. Chief Minister Himanta Sarma is eyeing a second term in power, while the Congress, led by Gaurav Gogoi, is hoping for a breakthrough. The state has witnessed intense political activity in the past few days and months, as the grand old party saw a couple of exits by veterans, including Bhupen Borah.​

- IANS

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Priyanka N
While the development is good, I hope the focus remains on core issues like flood management and job creation for the youth. The mandate should come with responsibility. Let's see what the actual voter says on polling day.
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Gaurav U
Congress needs to get its act together. Constant exits and infighting are not helping. A strong opposition is necessary for a healthy democracy. Hope they can put up a decent fight at least.
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Ananya R
As an Assamese, I feel the state has seen stability. The CM's quote "Yato dharmastato jayah" is apt. The work on preserving our culture and language has been appreciated by many. Looks like another term is on the way!
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Sarah B
Interesting to follow Indian state elections from abroad. The scale and the predictions are always so specific (96-98 seats!). Polls can be wrong though, the real test is April 9th.
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Manish T
Respectfully, I disagree with this poll's overwhelming prediction. On the ground, there are concerns about price rise and agricultural issues. The silent voter might have a different say. We should avoid treating polls as the final result.

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