For the Assam Assembly Elections 2026, the BJP has finalized its strategy. Amidst anti-incumbency and regionalist energy, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma is prepared to keep the party b.
Assam Assembly Election 2026: For the 2026 Assembly Elections in Assam, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has begun the process of finalizing its strategy. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma stated that the party has almost decided its strategy, though the contest will be challenging amidst the current anti-incumbency wave and regionalist energy. This election is not merely a battle for seats in the Assembly but is considered a significant referendum that will impact Assam's political future and the continuity of BJP's leadership.
2021 Election and Current Situation
In the last assembly elections, the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) secured a clear majority. At that time, the saffron wave (BJP Wave) strengthened in the Northeast, and Himanta Biswa Sarma became the Chief Minister. The current assembly, elected in 2021, will complete its term on May 2, 2026. However, five years later, the political landscape has become more complex. The state's political pulse is throbbing with discontent and anti-incumbency sentiment. The resurgence of regionalist energy has made the contest even more challenging.
Anti-Incumbency Wave
The BJP is still the dominant political force in Assam, but the influence of discontent and regionalist sentiments is growing in the state. The upcoming elections will determine whether the people of Assam favor continuity or wish to embrace change under the leadership of the Congress. Gaurav Gogoi has positioned himself as a b alternative, emerging as the face of the opposition.
Strategy Brainstorming
The BJP's Assam unit has decided to continue discussions on Friday to finalize the strategy for the 2026 Assembly Elections. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma informed that the state unit's extended executive committee met in Dibrugarh on Thursday. The meeting was described as constructive, and various electoral issues and organizational matters were discussed.
Sarma said, “We have almost finalized the strategy for next year's assembly elections. Meetings of both the core committee and office bearers were held, and discussions will continue on Friday.” Dilip Saikia, the president of the party's state unit, will brief the media on the party's decisions after the upcoming meeting.
Senior Leaders Present at the Meeting
Apart from Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and State President Dilip Saikia, several senior leaders participated in Thursday's meeting. Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal, Party National Secretary and MP Kamakhya Prasad Tasa, State In-charge Harish Dwivedi, and State General Secretary (Organization) Ravindra Raju were present at the meeting. The meeting conducted a thorough review of future strategies and organizational matters.
Key Points of the Election Strategy
The BJP's election strategy includes several important aspects. The foremost issue is understanding and challenging the anti-incumbency wave. The party aims to ensure that past achievements and development projects are effectively communicated to the public.
The second important point is to craft the electoral message keeping regional sentiments in mind. Local issues in Assam such as language, culture, employment, and land rights are central to the election strategy. The BJP is trying to leverage these issues in its favor.
The third point is organizational strength. The party is activating its workers and booth-level leaders. Himanta Biswa Sarma clarified in the meeting that ensuring a b party presence in every constituency is a priority.
Opposition's Challenge
The opposition, especially Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi, is posing a challenge to the BJP. Gogoi has launched a public outreach campaign against the BJP on various regional and social issues. The Congress's main message is to steer the public towards change, alongside development.
