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Assam NDA Set to Cross 100 Seats, Himanta Sarma to Return as CM: Minister

Assam Minister Ashok Singhal expressed confidence in the NDA's prospects, predicting the alliance would cross the 100-seat mark in the 126-member Assembly. He claimed Himanta Biswa Sarma would return as Chief Minister for a third consecutive term. An exit poll by Today's Chanakya projects the BJP-led alliance winning 102 seats, with the Congress-led opposition at 23 seats. The ruling alliance is projected to secure around 50% of the vote share, compared to 38% for the Congress-led bloc.

Key Points: Assam NDA to Cross 100 Seats, Himanta Sarma Set for Third Term

  • NDA projected to cross 100 seats in Assam Assembly
  • Himanta Biswa Sarma to return as CM for third term
  • Exit poll gives BJP-led alliance 102 seats, Congress alliance 23 seats
  • BJP alliance projected to get 50% vote share, Congress 38%
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NDA to cross 100-seat mark, Himanta Sarma to return as CM: Assam Minister​

Assam Minister Ashok Singhal predicts NDA will cross 100 seats in 126-member Assembly, with Himanta Biswa Sarma returning as CM for third term.

"The people of Assam would deliver an 'unprecedented response' on May 4 - Ashok Singhal"

Guwahati, May 1

Assam Minister Ashok Singhal on Friday exuded confidence over the National Democratic Alliance's prospects in the state Assembly elections, asserting that the alliance would secure a massive mandate and cross the 100-seat mark in the 126-member House.​

Speaking to reporters, Singhal said the people of Assam would deliver an "unprecedented response" on May 4, when the election results are scheduled to be declared. He claimed that the National Democratic Alliance's performance would reflect strong public support for the incumbent government.​

The minister further said that Himanta Biswa Sarma would return as the Chief Minister of Assam for a third consecutive term, adding that the Bharatiya Janata Party-led alliance remained firmly placed across the state.​

Taking a swipe at the Opposition, Singhal said their dreams of forming the next government were far removed from political reality. He sarcastically extended "best wishes" to Opposition parties for their aspirations, while maintaining that voters had already made up their minds in favour of the National Democratic Alliance.​

Fresh seat and vote share projections for the Assembly elections in Assam on Thursday indicate a strong advantage for the ruling alliance led by the Bharatiya Janata Party, projected to secure 102 seats, with a margin of error of plus or minus 9 seats.​

According to the exit poll by Today's Chanakya, the Opposition alliance led by the Indian National Congress is projected to win 23 seats, with a margin of error of plus or minus 9 seats. In contrast, others are expected to remain marginal at around one seat.​

If the trend holds, the Bharatiya Janata Party-led combine would comfortably retain power in the 126-member Assembly.​

In terms of vote share, the Bharatiya Janata Party alliance is projected to receive around 50 per cent, with a possible fluctuation of three percentage points. The Congress-led bloc is estimated to secure 38 per cent of the votes, while other parties and independents together may account for 12 per cent.​

The projections reflect a significant consolidation of support for the ruling alliance, driven by organisational strength and welfare outreach. However, they also noted that campaign momentum, candidate selection, and regional factors could still influence the outcome before polling.​

- IANS

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Priya S
As an Assamese, I'm cautiously optimistic. The welfare schemes have definitely reached many villages, but I worry about the rising prices and job situation. Let's see how the mandate turns out. 🙏
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Vikram M
Himanta Sarma has done a decent job, but we need to keep an eye on infrastructure and education. The exit polls aside, the real test is how the government performs in its third term. Fingers crossed! 🤞
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Ananya R
I'm not entirely convinced. The Congress-led alliance might have a better chance if they focus on local issues. But from what I see in my area, the NDA's ground game is strong. Let's wait for May 4.
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Rohit P
Great to hear this confidence from the minister! The development work in our district has been visible—roads, electricity, and health schemes. If the trend holds, it's a good sign for Assam's future. Jai Hind! 🇮🇳
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Kavya N
I'm a bit skeptical about how reliable Today's Chanakya's projections are. Their past record is mixed. But if the NDA really gets 102 seats, it shows the opposition needs to rethink their strategy. Hope the actual results bring good governance for all.
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Siddharth J

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