Assam Assembly Elections Scheduled for April 9, 2026, Campaigning Concludes

Original: Assam Assembly Election 2026: State set for April 9 polls as campaigning ends

Hindustan Times•Apr 7, 20262 min

In a Nutshell

The campaign for the April 9, 2026, elections in Assam has concluded, featuring prominent leaders from the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Congress party. A total of 722 candidates, including 59 women, will compete for votes among 25.05 million eligible voters across 126 constituencies.

Key Points

01Elections for all 126 assembly constituencies in Assam are set for April 9, 2026.
02722 candidates, including 59 women, are contesting in the elections.
03Prominent leaders from BJP and Congress have actively campaigned across the state.
04Key constituencies include Jalukbari, Jorhat, and Sibsagar.
05The state has 25.05 million eligible voters, including first-time voters and those with disabilities.

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Full Summary

The campaign for the Assam Assembly elections, scheduled for April 9, 2026, concluded recently after three weeks of intense political activity. Major leaders from the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), including Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah, engaged voters through rallies and roadshows. The opposition Congress party, led by President Mallikarjun Kharge, also campaigned vigorously, with participation from Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra. A total of 722 candidates are competing for votes across 126 constituencies, with 59 women among them. The electorate comprises 25.05 million eligible voters, including first-time voters aged 18-19, and voters with disabilities. Key constituencies to watch include Jalukbari, where Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma is seeking reelection, and Jorhat, where Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi is contesting.