As vote counting unfolds in the Assembly elections across four states and Puducherry, BJP leaders are optimistic about the party’s performance, especially in Assam. Ram Kripal Yadav, a BJP leader, expressed certainty in the BJP forming the government in Assam again, with indications favoring the ruling party. Charu Pragya, another party leader, echoed this confidence, noting the positive trends in Assam. Bhupen Bora, a BJP candidate from Bihpuria Assembly constituency, highlighted the support for the state leadership, emphasizing the need for development in Assam.
The ongoing counting process in Assam involves 722 candidates vying for 126 Assembly constituencies, with 40 counting centers across 35 districts. Early trends show the BJP leading on 24 seats by 9:30 a.m. The elections in Assam are significant, with the BJP-led NDA aiming for a third consecutive term, while the Congress and regional forces seek to challenge its dominance. The campaign focused on identity, welfare schemes, and regional aspirations.
Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma is seeking re-election from Jalukbari, while Congress state president Gaurav Gogoi is making his Assembly poll debut from Jorhat. AIUDF chief Badruddin Ajmal is returning to state politics from Binnakandi, and Raijor Dal leader Akhil Gogoi is contesting from Sibsagar. Assembly Speaker Biswajit Daimary is also in the fray from Tamulpur. The evolving results are closely monitored by both ruling and opposition camps, setting the stage for a closely watched outcome in Assam.
