As Assam’s Assembly elections progress, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma is optimistic about a strong voter turnout for the state’s development. He mentioned that the weather is favorable and expects a significant participation from the public. Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal also expressed hope for Assam’s future under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership, anticipating progress and growth in various sectors.
The voter turnout in Assam stood at 38.92% by 11 a.m. on election day, as reported by the Election Commission of India. The state is witnessing a competitive electoral battle across all 126 Assembly constituencies, primarily between the BJP-led NDA and the Congress-led opposition alliance. The BJP, led by CM Himanta Biswa Sarma, aims for a third consecutive term, while the Congress seeks a comeback after losing power in 2016.
With 722 candidates contesting, prominent figures include CM Sarma, Gaurav Gogoi, Debabrata Saikia, Badruddin Ajmal, Akhil Gogoi, and Lurinjyoti Gogoi. The electorate of around 2.50 crore voters includes a significant number of women and third-gender individuals. Various parties are participating, with the Congress and BJP fielding the highest number of candidates, along with other regional and national parties.
The polling stations are spread over 35 districts, with a diverse range of candidates vying for seats. Notably, the Congress has the highest number of women candidates, and certain constituencies witness direct contests with only two candidates each. The counting of votes is scheduled for May 4, marking the end of this intense electoral process.
