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Assam Election Trends Favour BJP, Leaders Confident of Returning to Power

Early trends in the Assam assembly elections show the BJP leading on 24 seats. Party leaders like Ram Kripal Yadav and Charu Pragya expressed confidence in the party's performance. The elections are seen as a key test for the BJP-led NDA seeking a third consecutive term. Key candidates include Himanta Biswa Sarma, Gaurav Gogoi, and Badruddin Ajmal.

Key Points: Assam Election Trends Favour BJP | Leaders Confident

  • Early trends favour BJP in Assam with leads on 24 seats
  • Party leaders confident of returning to power
  • 722 candidates contesting from 126 constituencies
  • Himanta Biswa Sarma and other key candidates in fray
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Early trends favour BJP in Assam, party leaders say 'confident of returning to power'

Early trends in Assam elections show BJP leading on 24 seats. Party leaders express confidence in returning to power, with Himanta Biswa Sarma seeking a third term.

"The people of Assam have united under the leadership of Himanta Biswa Sarma because Assam needs development... - Bhupen Bora"

New Delhi, May 4

As vote counting is underway for the Assembly elections across four states and Puducherry, BJP leaders have expressed confidence in the party's performance, particularly in Assam, where early trends and initial reactions suggest an advantage for the ruling party.

BJP leader Ram Kripal Yadav said, "In Assam, the BJP government is going to be formed again, and in other states as well, it seems that people want change."

Another party leader, Charu Pragya, echoed similar confidence, stating, "In Assam as well, the trends are completely in favour of the BJP".

BJP candidate from Bihpuria Assembly constituency Bhupen Bora also expressed optimism over the party's prospects, highlighting voter support for the state leadership. He said, "The people of Assam have united under the leadership of Himanta Biswa Sarma because Assam needs development..."

The statements come as counting began at 8 a.m. across Assam, where 722 candidates are contesting from 126 Assembly constituencies. Counting is being conducted at 40 centres spread across 35 districts, with candidates, observers and supporters closely tracking early trends.

As per early trends till 9: 30 a.m., the BJP is leading on 24 seats.

The elections in Assam have been seen as a key political test, with the BJP-led NDA seeking a third consecutive term in power, while the Congress and other regional forces aim to challenge its dominance. The campaign revolved around issues such as identity, welfare schemes and regional aspirations.

Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma is contesting from his stronghold, Jalukbari, aiming for a political hat-trick. Congress state president Gaurav Gogoi is making his Assembly poll debut from Jorhat, while AIUDF chief Badruddin Ajmal is returning to state politics from Binnakandi after losing his Lok Sabha seat in 2024. Raijor Dal leader Akhil Gogoi is contesting from Sibsagar, and Assembly Speaker Biswajit Daimary is in the fray from Tamulpur.

As counting progresses, both ruling and opposition camps are watching closely, with early political statements already setting the tone for a closely followed verdict in Assam.

- IANS

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Priya S
I appreciate the development work, but I'm still worried about the Citizenship Amendment Act and how it affects the indigenous communities. Hope the government addresses these concerns seriously.
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Rohan X
Third consecutive term! That shows people's trust. The opposition needs to rethink their strategy. In Assam, people want development over divisive politics.
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Sneha F
Let's not jump to conclusions based on early trends. Counting has just started. Both NDA and opposition should wait for final results. Democracy is about every vote counted fairly.
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Aman W
Himanta Biswa Sarma has done a remarkable job in maintaining law and order. Assam used to be known for militancy and bandhs. Now it's known for industrial growth and tourism. Big transformation!
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Deepak U
Hope the government focuses on flood management and erosion which are major issues here. Development is good, but these existential problems need urgent attention.

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