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Gaurav Gogoi Likely to Contest from Jorhat in Crucial Assam Assembly Polls

Congress leader and Assam Pradesh Congress Committee President Gaurav Gogoi is likely to be the party's candidate from the Jorhat constituency in the upcoming Assembly elections. The party's Central Election Committee has finalized around 40 candidates, with its first list expected after the official election announcement. Gogoi has confirmed that discussions for a potential alliance with the Raijor Dal are ongoing but incomplete, with details being shared with the central leadership. The Election Commission of India has begun its review of poll preparedness for the elections scheduled for the first half of 2026.

Key Points: Gaurav Gogoi Jorhat Candidacy | Assam Congress Election Strategy

  • Gogoi likely candidate from Jorhat
  • Congress finalizing candidate list
  • Alliance talks with Raijor Dal ongoing
  • Election Commission reviews Assam poll preparedness
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Gaurav Gogoi likely to contest from Jorhat in Assam Assembly polls: Sources

Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi may contest Assam polls from Jorhat. APCC President also discusses potential alliance with Raijor Dal ahead of 2026 elections.

"discussions with Raijor Dal are still incomplete - Gaurav Gogoi"

Guwahati, February 28

Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi is likely to contest the upcoming Assam Assembly elections from the Jorhat constituency, sources said.

Gogoi is currently serving as the President of the Assam Pradesh Congress Committee.

According to sources, around 40 candidates were finalised during a meeting of the party's Central Election Committee held on Thursday evening. The party is expected to release its first list of candidates after the official announcement of the Assembly elections.

Meanwhile, on Wednesday, Assam Pradesh Congress Committee APCC) President Gaurav Gogoi said that he is in favour of a potential alliance with Raijor Dal, adding that discussions with the party are ongoing ahead of the upcoming assembly elections later this year.

Reacting to the issue of a possible alliance with Raijor Dal, Gogoi said it is true that calls with some parties have nearly been concluded and only formal announcements to the public remain. While discussions with several parties have been completed, talks with Raijor Dal are still incomplete.

As per the state Congress Committee release, during his recent visit to Delhi, the central leadership sought certain details from the state unit regarding the alliance. He said the central leadership will provide guidance and advice in the coming days. Reports of completed discussions with other parties will be submitted to the central leadership.

He reiterated that the incomplete status of talks with Raijor Dal has already been communicated to the high command.

Assam is scheduled to head to the polls in the first half of 2026.

On February 17, Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar, along with Election Commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi, held a detailed and comprehensive review meeting in Guwahati to assess poll preparedness for the forthcoming Legislative Assembly Elections in Assam.

During the first day of the two-day review visit, the Election Commission of India (ECI) interacted with representatives of recognised national and state political parties and sought their suggestions regarding the conduct of elections in the state, according to an official release.

- ANI

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Priya S
The alliance talks with Raijor Dal are crucial. A united opposition is the only way to provide a strong alternative in Assam. Hope they finalize it soon for the sake of a healthy democracy.
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Rohit P
As a voter from Upper Assam, I want to see concrete plans for development. Who contests from where is secondary. We need solutions for agriculture distress and better infrastructure.
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Sarah B
The article mentions the EC review meeting. That's the most important part - ensuring free and fair elections. All parties must respect the EC's guidelines. The focus should be on the electoral process itself.
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Vikram M
With due respect to Gogoi ji, I feel the Congress is spending too much energy on seat distribution and alliances and not enough on a clear vision for Assam's future. The voter is looking for substance, not just symbolism.
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Kavya N
Hope all this political activity translates into better governance. We've seen many promises before elections. This time, we need accountability. The youth are watching closely! 💪

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