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Pijush Hazarika on Assam Vote Counting: "More Time Needed"

Pijush Hazarika, BJP candidate from Jagiroad, stated that it will take more time to get a clear picture of the Assam Assembly election results as counting continues. Early trends show the BJP-led NDA crossing the majority mark with 77 seats, while Congress trails with 25 seats. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma is leading in Jalukbari with a significant margin over Congress candidate Bidisha Neog. Other key contests include Gaurav Gogoi trailing in Jorhat against BJP candidate Hitendra Nath Goswami.

Key Points: Assam Polls: BJP Leads as Hazarika Awaits Results

  • BJP leads with 77 seats in early trends
  • Pijush Hazarika says results need more time
  • Himanta Biswa Sarma ahead in Jalukbari
  • Congress trails with 25 seats
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"It will take some more time to say anything": Pijush Hazarika on Assam poll counting

Assam Assembly election counting: BJP leads in 77 seats as Pijush Hazarika says early trends need more time. Himanta Biswa Sarma ahead in Jalukbari.

"It will take some more time to say anything - Pijush Hazarika"

Morigaon, May 4

BJP candidate from Jagiroad, Pijush Hazarika, on Monday said that it will take more time to get a clear picture of the results as counting for the Assam Assembly elections is underway.

Speaking to the reporters, Hazarika said, "3-4 rounds have been completed here in Assam; these are early trends. It will take some more time to say anything...I am hoping to be able to see some results around 12:30 pm."

While the BJP is on course to retain power in Assam, with the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) headed for a decisive and near landslide victory, as early Election Commission trends showed the party leading in 97 seats against Congress' 26 seats, crossing the majority mark in the 126-member Assembly.

This places Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on track for a third consecutive term as counting continued.

As per the Election Commission of India (ECI), the BJP led on 77 seats, the Indian National Congress was ahead in 25 seats, followed by the Bodoland People's Front (BPF) and Asom Gana Parishad (AGP) with 10 seats each at around 11.20 am. The All India United Democratic Front (AIUDF) was leading in 2 seats, while the United People's Party, Liberal (UPPL) and Raijor Dal was ahead in 1 seat each.

With 77 seats in its favour, the BJP has secured a clear early majority in the trends, indicating a strong position for the ruling alliance as counting continues across the state.

Sarma, contesting from Jalukbari, is ahead with 11,821 votes, maintaining a lead of 7,748 votes over Congress candidate Bidisha Neog, who has secured 4,073 votes as of round 2 in the 18th round.

Congress candidate Gaurav Gogoi, however, trailed in the Jorhat Assembly constituency, according to Election Commission trends from Round 6 of 14 in the counting process.

BJP candidate Hitendra Nath Goswami is ahead with 27,903 votes, maintaining a lead of 9,285 votes over Gogoi, who has secured 18,618 votes. The early trends indicate a closely watched contest in the constituency as counting continues.

- ANI

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Priya S
Interesting how Gaurav Gogoi is trailing in Jorhat. That constituency has always been a stronghold. Shows that even popular faces need to work hard. Let's see what the final numbers look like - democracy is always exciting!
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Vikram M
As a Bihari working in Assam, I've seen the development under Sarma. Roads, healthcare, education - there's visible progress. But I hope the new government also addresses minority concerns and keeps the peace. Good governance should be for everyone. 👍
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Rohit P
BJP crossing majority mark is big news. But I'm concerned about the low margin in some seats - democracy needs a strong opposition. Congress needs to introspect why they're losing ground, especially in Hindi heartland states. Ab samay badal gaya hai.
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Kavya N
I'm from Jagiroad and have seen Pijush Hazarika's work firsthand. He has been accessible to common people, which is rare. But I hope the landslide win doesn't lead to arrogance. Power should be humbling, not intoxicating. Let's wait for complete results.
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Siddharth J
Interesting coalition math - BJP + AGP + UPPL. Even if Congress gets 26, they can't form government alone. This is the reality of Indian politics now - alliances matter more than individual party strength. Samajh mein aata hai but still makes you think.

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