In the 2026 Assam assembly elections, Bharatiya Janata Party candidate Padma Hazarika emerged victorious in the Naduar constituency, securing a total of 111,125 votes. He defeated Indian National Congress candidate Sunil Kumar Chhetri by a decisive margin of 52,916 votes.
Election Results 2026: Key Highlights
Padma Hazarika, known for his strongman image and work in agricultural cooperatives, retained his seat with a comfortable majority. The Congress-led opposition had campaigned for new blood, but voters largely backed the incumbent.
Constituency Profile
Naduar, located in Sonitpur district, has a diverse demographic profile including Gorkhas, Mising tribes, and indigenous Assamese communities. The area is predominantly agrarian, and Hazarika built his reputation on promoting self-reliance through large-scale farming projects.
Previous Performance
In the 2021 election, Hazarika won with 56.5% of the vote, defeating the Congress candidate by over 24,000 votes. The 2026 result shows an increased margin, reflecting his continued popularity despite boundary changes and the constituency's name change to Naduar.
Key Issues
While farming subsidies remain important, younger voters are demanding industrial growth and better connectivity. The recurring erosion caused by the Brahmaputra river is also a major concern. Hazarika's personal popularity appears to have withstood these challenges.
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