Voters in Assam participated enthusiastically in the Assembly elections, with a significant voter turnout. The electoral battle is primarily between the Bharatiya Janata Party and Congress, with the BJP aiming for a third consecutive term and the Congress seeking a return to power after 2016.
Polling, which began at 7 a.m., is being conducted in a single phase until 5 p.m., with voters queuing up early at polling stations. The 126-member Assam Assembly’s current term is set to end on May 20, with the high-stakes election results to be announced on May 4.
The BJP, led by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, is looking to retain power with its NDA allies, while the Congress, under State President Gaurav Gogoi, heads a six-party alliance. The electorate, comprising over 2.5 crore voters, including a substantial number of first-time voters, is eager to shape the future of the state through their votes.
First-time voters expressed their excitement about participating in the democratic process, emphasizing their role in supporting development and progress in Assam. The election outcome on May 4 will determine the next government in the state, with both major parties vying for a decisive victory.
