New Delhi, May 4: The counting of votes for assembly elections in four states and Puducherry is underway. BJP leaders have expressed confidence in the party’s performance, particularly in Assam, where early trends and initial reactions indicate a lead for the ruling party.
BJP leader Ramkripal Yadav stated, “The BJP government is set to return in Assam, and it appears that people in other states also desire change.”
Another party leader, Charu Pragya, echoed similar sentiments, saying, “The trends in Assam are entirely in favor of the BJP.”
Bhupen Bora, the BJP candidate from the Bihpuria assembly constituency, also expressed optimism about the party’s prospects, highlighting voter support for the state leadership. He remarked, “The people of Assam have united under Himanta Biswa Sarma‘s leadership because Assam needs development.”
These statements came after the counting began at 8 AM across Assam, where 722 candidates are contesting in 126 assembly constituencies. The counting is taking place at 40 centers spread across 35 districts, with candidates, observers, and supporters closely monitoring the early trends. By 9:30 AM, initial trends indicated that the BJP was leading in 24 seats.
The elections in Assam are viewed as a significant political test, with the BJP-led NDA aiming for a third consecutive term, while Congress and other regional forces seek to challenge its dominance. The campaign revolved around issues of identity, welfare schemes, and regional aspirations.
Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma is contesting from his stronghold, Jalukbari, aiming for a political hat-trick. Congress state president Gaurav Gogoi is entering the assembly elections for the first time from Jorhat, while AIUDF chief Badruddin Ajmal is making a return to state politics from Binakandi after losing a Lok Sabha seat in 2024. Raijor Dal leader Akhil Gogoi is contesting from Sivasagar, and Assembly Speaker Biswajit Daimary is in the fray from Tamulpur.
As the counting progresses, both the ruling and opposition camps are closely watching the developments, and early political statements have set the stage for the much-anticipated decision in Assam.
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