The 2026 Assam Legislative Assembly elections are set to take place from March 16 to April 9, with results expected on May 4. The state has 126 seats, and a majority of 64 seats is required to form the government. Key dates include: Nomination deadline: March 23 (today) Nomination verification: March 24 Withdrawal of nominations: March 26 Voting: April 9 Results: May 4 The ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) currently holds 64 seats, with support from the Asom Gana Parishad (AGP, 9 seats), United People's Party Liberal (UPPL, 7 seats), and Bodoland People's Front (BPF, 3 seats). The opposition includes the Indian National Congress (26 seats), All India United Democratic Front (AIUDF, 15 seats), and the Marxist Communist Party (1 seat), along with one independent member. Recent developments include the Congress's announcement of its fifth list of candidates, with 7 names added to the previous lists. The party has also allocated 15 seats to its alliance partners. Notably, Nandita Gogoi, the Congress's former chief minister, has joined the party, adding momentum to its campaign. The Congress, which has been out of power since 2016, is vying to reclaim its position, while the BJP seeks to extend its rule. The election is expected to be highly competitive, with key issues such as development, governance, and representation of tribal communities shaping the political discourse. The BJP has faced criticism for alleged prioritization of corporate interests over tribal land rights, a point emphasized by the Congress in its campaign strategy. For updates on the election process, voters are encouraged to stay informed through official channels and news platforms.#bharatiya_janata_party #asom_gana_parishad #assam_legislative_assembly #united_people_s_party_liberal #bodoland_people_s_front
