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The Asom Gana Parishad (AGP) has renominated Birendra Prasad Baishya for the upcoming Rajya Sabha election in Assam. The party's central committee approved his candidature, with strong support from the BJP and Assam's Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. Baishya, a former Union Minister, is expected to be elected alongside BJP's candidate Kanad Purkayastha. The election is set for June 19, with the NDA allies confident of securing both seats.

Key Points: AGP's Birendra Baishya Renominated for Assam Rajya Sabha

  • AGP renominates sitting MP Birendra Prasad Baishya for Rajya Sabha
  • NDA allies confident of retaining both seats
  • Nominations supported by Assam CM and party leadership
  • Elections scheduled for June 19
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AGP renominates ex-Union Minister Birendra Prasad Baishya for RS poll in Assam

AGP and BJP allies unite to nominate Birendra Prasad Baishya for Rajya Sabha election, backed by Assam's political leadership

"NDA will immensely gain from his vast experience in legislative matters - Himanta Biswa Sarma"

Guwahati, June 8

The Asom Gana Parishad (AGP), an ally of Assam's ruling BJP, has renominated sitting MP Birendra Prasad Baishya for the June 19 Rajya Sabha election from the state, a party leader said on Sunday.

The central committee of the AGP approved Baishya’s name, party General Secretary Ponakon Baruah said.

Assam’s Agriculture and Horticulture Minister and AGP President Atul Bora congratulated Baishya, a former Union minister, for his renomination for the Rajya Sabha elections.

In a post on his X handle, Bora said: "Heartiest congratulations to Hon'ble Shri Kanad Purkayastha and Shri Birendra Prasad Baishya on being nominated as the NDA-supported candidates for the Rajya Sabha from Assam, representing the BJP and the AGP, respectively."

"I extend my best wishes to both of them as they embark on this important journey. I am confident that, upon their election, they will serve with dedication, integrity and a steadfast commitment to the people of Assam and the nation," he said.

Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma also congratulated Baishya.

"Best wishes to Shri Birendra Prasad Baishya on receiving the Rajya Sabha nomination from Asom Gana Parishad, for the upcoming RS elections. NDA will immensely gain from his vast experience in legislative matters", he said on X.

The BJP on Saturday named Kanad Purkayastha, the party's state secretary and only son of veteran party leader and former Union Minister Kabindra Purkayastha, as its candidate. He is the BJP leader from southern Assam’s Barak Valley, comprising three districts -- Cachar, Karimganj and Hailakandi.

The ruling allies are set to retain both the seats with their clear majority in the 126-member Assembly.

Elections for two Rajya Sabha seats in Assam are scheduled on June 19, with counting of votes set to take place the same day. The last date for filling of nominations is June 9, and the last date for withdrawal of candidature is June 12. The

ruling BJP had earlier announced that it would field a candidate for one of the seats, leaving the other seat to its ally, AGP.

The two Rajya Sabha seats from Assam would be vacated after the retirement of Mission Ranjan Das (BJP) and Birendra Prasad Baishya (AGP) on June 14. Assam has seven Rajya Sabha seats. After Trinamool Congress’s Sushmita Dev, who was elected to the Upper House of Parliament from West Bengal, Purkayastha would be the second Rajya Sabha member from the Barak Valley.

- IANS

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Rahul D.
Good to see experienced leaders getting renominated. Baishya ji has done decent work in RS so far. Hope he focuses more on Assam's flood management issues this time - it's a recurring nightmare for our people every monsoon season. 🌊
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Priya M.
While I appreciate his experience, I wish AGP would consider more women candidates for such important positions. Assam has many capable women leaders who could bring fresh perspectives to national policymaking.
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Arjun B.
Happy with this decision! Baishya sahab understands the Northeast's unique challenges. His work on infrastructure development in border areas has been commendable. Hope he continues pushing for better connectivity in Assam.
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Sunita K.
Not sure about this renomination. AGP should have given chance to younger leaders. We need more dynamic voices in Rajya Sabha who can address youth unemployment and digital infrastructure gaps in Assam.
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Deepak R.
The Barak Valley representation through Purkayastha is a welcome move! Southern Assam often feels neglected in state politics. Hope both nominees work together for balanced development across all regions of Assam. 🤝

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