The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Friday released its first list of 88 candidates for the upcoming Assam Assembly elections, signaling the party’s early preparations and strategic positioning.
Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma will once again contest from the Jalukbari constituency, a seat he has represented multiple times and is considered a stronghold of the party. His candidature is seen as a key factor in BJP’s efforts to retain power in the state.
In a notable political development, former Congress MP Pradyut Bordoloi, who recently joined the BJP, has been fielded from the Dispur constituency. His nomination reflects the party’s strategy of strengthening its base by bringing in experienced leaders from rival parties.
The candidate list includes a mix of sitting MLAs, new faces, and leaders who have recently switched allegiance to the BJP. Party leaders stated that the selection process focused on winnability, grassroots connect, and performance.
Political analysts believe that the BJP’s early announcement gives it an advantage in campaign planning and voter outreach. Meanwhile, opposition parties are expected to respond soon with their own candidate lists.The Assam Assembly elections are likely to witness intense competition, with key constituencies such as Jalukbari and Dispur drawing significant attention in the coming weeks.