Assam Elections 2026: Key Details and What Voters Need to Know
Assam 2026 Voting Today: What To Expect, What's At Stake, And How To Follow Results
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Voting for the Assam state Assembly elections begins today, with 2.5 crore voters choosing from 722 candidates across 35 districts. The contest is primarily between the ruling BJP-led NDA and the Congress-led opposition, with results to be announced on May 4.
- 01Voting takes place from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm across 31,940 polling stations.
- 02Over 1.5 lakh security personnel will ensure law and order during the elections.
- 03Key political figures include Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi.
- 04Special provisions are made for senior citizens and persons with disabilities, including home voting options.
- 05Results will be available on the Election Commission website on May 4.
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Voting for the Assam state Assembly elections commenced today, with 2.5 crore voters determining the fate of 722 candidates across 126 seats. Polling will run from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm at 31,940 polling stations in 35 districts. A significant security presence, including over 1.5 lakh personnel, has been deployed to maintain order. Chief Electoral Officer Anurag Goel confirmed that additional staff are on standby, particularly in remote regions like Karbi Anglong and Dima Hasao. Facilities such as drinking water, toilets, and waiting areas are provided at polling stations, with special arrangements for senior citizens and persons with disabilities to vote from home. The elections are a critical contest between the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) and the opposition coalition led by the Indian National Congress. Key candidates include Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, Congress state president Gaurav Gogoi, and others. The Election Commission has implemented measures such as micro-observers in sensitive areas and model polling stations. Vote counting will occur on May 4, with results available on the Election Commission's website.
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The outcome of the elections could significantly influence governance and policies in Assam, affecting various sectors including education, healthcare, and infrastructure.
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