The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) is set to form the government in Assam for a third consecutive term, as per early trends from the Election Commission. The BJP-led coalition is leading in more than 50 seats in the 126-member assembly, comfortably crossing the majority mark.
Congress and Allies Trail Behind
As of the latest updates, the Congress party was leading in 25 seats, while its ally, the Raijor Dal, was ahead in two seats. Other parties and independents were leading in the remaining seats. The trends indicate a clear advantage for the ruling alliance, reflecting continued voter confidence in the leadership of Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma.
Key Contests and Voter Turnout
The 2026 assembly elections witnessed high voter turnout across the state, with key constituencies seeing intense battles between the NDA and the opposition. The BJP focused on development and welfare schemes, while Congress and Raijor Dal campaigned on issues of unemployment and price rise. However, the NDA's strong organizational machinery and welfare outreach appeared to have swayed voters.
The final results are awaited, but the NDA's lead suggests a stable government in Assam, continuing the political trend seen in 2016 and 2021. The opposition will need to reassess its strategy ahead of future elections.
