Assam News

Massive rallies mark nomination filing of Rupak Sarma and Jitu Goswami in Nagaon

The political atmosphere in Nagaon intensified on March 20 as two prominent leaders, MLA Rupak Sarma and BJP candidate Jitu Goswami, filed their nomination papers at the Nagaon District Commissioner’s office, accompanied by massive rallies of supporters.

KAAC chief Tuliram Ronghang files nomination for Rongkhang, accompanies BJP’s Amri candidate in Hamren

Key candidates from the Bharatiya Janata Party filed their nomination papers at the District Commissioner’s Office in Hamren for the upcoming Assam Assembly elections, marking a crucial step in the electoral process in West Karbi Anglong.

Ramakanta Deuri files nomination in Assam's Morigaon, draws massive crowd despite heavy rain

Assam's Morigaon MLA Ramakanta Deuri filed his nomination for the upcoming Assembly elections on March 20, drawing a massive turnout of supporters despite adverse weather conditions.

Dispur Assembly seat heats up: Pradyut Bordoloi's 'parachute' entry sparks revolt by Atul Bora, Jayanta Kumar Das in BJP

The high-profile Dispur Assembly constituency has turned into a political flashpoint for the Bharatiya Janata Party, with simmering resentment among party loyalists erupting after former Congress MP Pradyut Bordoloi was fielded as the party’s candidate.

Himanta–Pradyut, Akhil–Gaurav: Assam’s Season of Electoral Amnesia

With Assam voting on April 9, both BJP’s embrace of once “corrupt” Pradyut Bordoloi and Akhil Gogoi’s alliance with Gaurav Gogoi—whose father he had once accused of corruption—expose a shared political amnesia that dissolves the past when electoral arithmetic demands it.

UPPL names Phanidhar Basumatari as last candidate for Assam Assembly Elections 2026

UPPL has announced Phanidhar Basumatari as its final candidate for the Assam Assembly Elections 2026. The party is preparing to intensify its campaign efforts to strengthen its position in the state assembly.

NDA candidate Biswajit Daimary files nomination in Assam's Tamulpur amid massive show of support

NDA candidate Biswajit Daimary on March 20, filed his nomination at the Tamulpur District Autonomous Council office for Assam Assembly polls 2026, amid a large gathering of supporters.

Assam polls: Baby Begum launches Dhubri campaign with show of strength despite Congress rift

Assam polls: UPPL's Pramod Boro files nomination from Tamulpur, rules out withdrawal

'We want faster development in Assam': Himanta files nomination from Jalukbari, eyes second term

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma files nomination from Jalukbari, emphasising protection of Assam's identity. He promises continued development and welfare for the state.

'Superman' cutouts steal the show as Himanta leads mega nomination rally for Jalukbari

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma is currently on the move from Khanapara Veterinary Field towards the DC office in Hengrabari as he leads a massive roadshow before filing his nomination for the Jalukbari Assembly Constituency.

UPPL fields Jwngsrang Brahma for Manas constituency in Assam Assembly Elections 2026

UPPL has named Jwngsrang Brahma as its candidate for the Manas constituency in the Assam Assembly Elections 2026. The party aims to strengthen its foothold in Assam politics with this nomination.

NPP announces candidates for Assam Assembly Elections 2026, fields Daniel Langthasa from Haflong

The National People's Party announces candidates for Assam Assembly 2026, focusing on regional growth. Leaders urge voters to back their candidates for stability and development.

Bodoland People’s Front releases first list of 11 candidates for Assam assembly polls

Assam polls: Himanta Biswa Sarma, key opposition leaders to file nominations today

Himanta Biswa Sarma, contesting from Jalukbari, is set to submit his nomination at the Kamrup (Metropolitan) District Election Office. Ahead of this, he will lead a rally from the Veterinary Field in Khanapara to the DC Office in Hengrabari, covering around 5.6 km.

Manab Jyoti Mahanta resigns from Congress, was aspirant for Assam's Kaliabor ticket

Manab Jyoti Mahanta resigns from the Indian National Congress, stepping away from the Kaliabor assembly election. This move precedes the upcoming Assam state elections and may impact party strategies.

BJP drops sitting MLA Ajay Kumar Rai, fields Arup Kumar Dey for Assam's Bijni seat

BJP replaces sitting MLA Ajay Kumar Rai with Arup Kumar Dey for Bijni seat. The party aims to strengthen its position in Assam by introducing new leadership.

Assam: Dhubri Congress erupts in protests over ticket snub

Workers in Assam's Dhubri district took to the streets on Thursday night, March 19, burning effigies of state Congress president Gaurav Gogoi and veteran leader Rakibul Hussain in a fierce backlash against the party's choice of candidate for the 2026 assembly elections.

Akhil Gogoi–Gaurav Gogoi alliance sealed for Assam Assembly polls: Congress allots 11 seats to Raijor Dal

In a significant breakthrough for opposition unity in Assam, the alliance between Akhil Gogoi and Gaurav Gogoi has been finalised, with the Indian National Congress agreeing to allocate 11 Assembly seats to the Raijor Dal ahead of the 2026 polls.

BPF releases first list of 11 candidates for Assam Assembly elections 2026

The Bodoland People’s Front (BPF) on March 19 announced its first list of candidates for the upcoming Assam Assembly elections 2026, naming nominees for 11 constituencies across the Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR).

RPI (A) fields Hirak Jyoti Bora for Dhing seat in Assam Assembly election 2026

The Republican Party of India (RPI) (A) has named Hirak Jyoti Bora as its candidate for the Dhing seat in the 2026 Assam Assembly election. The party seeks to enhance its influence in the region through this nomination.