Assam Election Results: Gogoi trails in Jorhat; Himanta leads Jalukbari
Synopsis
In the early rounds of Assam Assembly election counting, Congress's Gaurav Gogoi trails BJP's Hitendra Nath Goswami by 1,056 votes in Jorhat, while Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma leads in Jalukbari. The BJP-led NDA is ahead in 80 seats statewide against the Congress-led alliance's 26 — but with 13 more counting rounds to go, the final verdict is far from sealed.
Key Takeaways
Gaurav Gogoi (Congress) trails Hitendra Nath Goswami (BJP) by 1,056 votes after round 1 of 14 in Jorhat .
CM Himanta Biswa Sarma is leading from Jalukbari Assembly constituency .
BJP-led NDA is ahead in 80 seats ; Congress-led alliance leads in 26 seats in early trends.
Assam recorded a voter turnout of 85.96% from an electorate of over 2.50 crore on 9 April .
A total of 722 candidates , including 59 women , contested the elections across the state.
Congress fielded the most candidates at 99 , followed by BJP with 90 .
Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi was trailing behind Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) rival Hitendra Nath Goswami in the early rounds of counting for Assam's Jorhat Assembly constituency on Monday, 4 May, as votes were tallied across the state amid tight security. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma was simultaneously leading from the Jalukbari Assembly constituency, providing an early boost to the ruling alliance.
Early Counting Trends in Jorhat
After the completion of the first round of counting — out of a total of 14 rounds — Goswami had secured 4,993 votes, giving him a lead of 1,056 votes over Gogoi, who polled 3,937 votes. Officials cautioned that the margin is likely to fluctuate significantly as the remaining rounds are taken up. The Jorhat seat has emerged as one of the key battlegrounds in this election cycle, with both parties closely monitoring the evolving trends.
BJP-Led NDA Ahead Statewide
Across Assam, the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) was leading in 80 Assembly seats in the early rounds of counting, while the Congress-led opposition alliance was ahead in 26 constituencies. Chief Minister Sarma's early lead in Jalukbari added to the ruling coalition's momentum as results continued to trickle in.
Polling Day and Voter Turnout
Polling for the Assam Assembly elections was held on 9 April, recording an impressive voter turnout of 85.96 per cent from an electorate of more than 2.50 crore. A total of 722 candidates contested the elections, including 59 women contenders. This marks one of the highest participation rates in recent Assam electoral history.
Candidate Breakdown by Party
The Indian National Congress (INC) fielded the highest number of candidates at 99, followed by the BJP with 90. The All India United Democratic Front (AIUDF) contested 30 seats. Among NDA allies, the Asom Gana Parishad fielded 26 candidates, while the Bodo Peoples' Front contested 11 seats. Within the opposition bloc, Raijor Dal fielded 13 candidates, Assam Jatiya Parishad contested 10, CPI(M) three, and the All Party Hill Leaders Conference two seats. The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and United People's Party Liberal each contested 18 seats, the All India Trinamool Congress (TMC) fielded 22 candidates, and the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha contested 16. Additionally, 258 Independent candidates are in the fray.
What to Watch Next
With only one of 14 counting rounds complete in Jorhat, the final outcome in that constituency — and the broader statewide picture — remains fluid. The performance of Congress's Gogoi, a prominent national figure, will be closely watched as a bellwether for the opposition's strength in the Brahmaputra Valley. All eyes will now be on the subsequent rounds as the full picture of Assam's 2025 Assembly election verdict comes into focus.
Point of View
And a loss here would signal the party's continued struggle to reclaim ground in Assam's Brahmaputra Valley. The BJP's statewide lead of 80 seats in early trends, if it holds, would confirm Himanta Biswa Sarma's consolidation of a coalition that has methodically eroded Congress's historic dominance in the northeast. Notably, the 85.96% turnout — among the highest in recent cycles — cuts both ways: high participation often signals anti-incumbency, yet the NDA's early numbers suggest it may have successfully mobilised its base. The real story will be in the mid-table seats where AIUDF, Raijor Dal, and independents are contesting — their performance will determine whether the opposition can mount a credible challenge or fragments further.
NationPress
4 Jul 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the early counting trends in Assam Assembly election 2025?
In early trends, the BJP-led NDA is leading in 80 Assembly seats while the Congress-led opposition alliance is ahead in 26 constituencies. Counting is still in its initial rounds across the state.
How is Gaurav Gogoi performing in Jorhat?
Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi is trailing BJP's Hitendra Nath Goswami by 1,056 votes after the first round of counting in Jorhat. Goswami has 4,993 votes against Gogoi's 3,937, though 13 more rounds remain.
Is CM Himanta Biswa Sarma leading in his constituency?
Yes, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma is leading from the Jalukbari Assembly constituency in early counting trends, giving the ruling BJP-led alliance an early boost.
When was polling held for the Assam Assembly elections?
Polling was held on 9 April, with a voter turnout of 85.96% from an electorate of more than 2.50 crore voters — one of the highest participation rates in recent Assam electoral history.
How many candidates contested the Assam Assembly elections?
A total of 722 candidates are in the fray, including 59 women. Congress fielded the most candidates at 99, followed by BJP with 90, AIUDF with 30, and 258 Independents.
