Assam Election Results 2026: NDA leads 99 seats as AGP chief Bora predicts big win
Synopsis
With vote counting barely underway, AGP chief Atul Bora is already calling it for the NDA — and early trends back him up. The BJP-led alliance leads in 99 of Assam's Assembly seats against Congress's 24, in an election that saw a striking 85.96% turnout. If the trend holds, it signals a decisive mandate for continuity over change in Assam.
Key Takeaways
AGP President Atul Bora predicted a big NDA win in Assam as vote counting began on Monday .
NDA was leading in 99 Assembly seats ; Congress -led opposition ahead in 24 in early rounds.
Polling was held on 9 April with a voter turnout of 85.96% from over 2.50 crore voters.
A total of 722 candidates contested, including 59 women ; Congress fielded the most at 99 .
Bora said Congress was rejected for failing to deliver development during its tenure in power.
Asom Gana Parishad (AGP) President Atul Bora on Monday expressed strong confidence that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) will form the next government in Assam, as early counting trends showed the alliance leading in 99 Assembly seats. Bora attributed the strong showing to voters backing the NDA's development agenda, calling the public response "enormously good" for alliance candidates across the state.
Early Counting Trends
With vote counting underway across Assam under tight security, the BJP-led NDA was ahead in 99 Assembly seats in the early rounds, while the Congress-led opposition alliance was leading in 24 constituencies. Bora said the scale of the emerging mandate points towards a significant victory for the ruling alliance, adding that the trends are fully in line with the NDA's pre-poll expectations.
What AGP Chief Atul Bora Said
Speaking to reporters amid the ongoing count, Bora said voters have "reposed their faith in continuity," reflecting public support for sustained development and governance under the ruling alliance. He emphasised that citizens are prioritising progress and stability in their electoral choices. Taking a swipe at the opposition, Bora said Congress has been rejected by the electorate as it "failed to deliver development when it was in power."
Election at a Glance
Polling for the Assam Assembly elections was held on 9 April, recording an impressive voter turnout of 85.96% from an electorate of more than 2.50 crore. A total of 722 candidates contested, including 59 women contenders. Congress fielded the highest number of candidates at 99, followed by the BJP with 90. The All India United Democratic Front (AIUDF) contested 30 seats.
Alliance and Opposition Composition
Among NDA allies, the Asom Gana Parishad (AGP) 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, All India Trinamool Congress (TMC) fielded 22, and Jharkhand Mukti Morcha contested 16. There are also 258 Independent candidates in the fray.
What Comes Next
Clearer trends and final results are expected to emerge later in the day as counting progresses. A confirmed NDA majority would set the stage for government formation in Guwahati, with the alliance banking on its development narrative to secure a fresh mandate from Assam's voters.
Point of View
If it holds, would represent a consolidation of the BJP's grip on the Northeast. Notably, the 85.96% turnout cuts both ways: high participation often signals anti-incumbency, yet here it appears to be reinforcing the ruling alliance. The real question is whether the NDA's development narrative is genuinely resonating or whether the fractured opposition — spread across Congress, AIUDF, Raijor Dal, AAP, TMC and others — has simply failed to coalesce around a credible alternative. Assam's verdict, when final, will be read as a barometer for the BJP's Northeast strategy ahead of the next general election cycle.
NationPress
4 May 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is leading in the Assam Assembly election counting?
The BJP-led NDA was leading in 99 Assembly seats in the early rounds of counting, while the Congress-led opposition alliance was ahead in 24 constituencies. Final results are expected later in the day.
What did AGP chief Atul Bora say about the Assam election results?
Atul Bora expressed confidence that the NDA will form the next government in Assam, calling the public response 'enormously good' for alliance candidates. He said voters have backed the NDA's development agenda and rejected Congress for failing to deliver when in power.
When was polling held for the Assam Assembly election?
Polling was held on 9 April, recording a voter turnout of 85.96% from an electorate of more than 2.50 crore voters. A total of 722 candidates contested the election.
How many candidates did the BJP and Congress field in Assam?
Congress fielded the highest number of candidates at 99, followed by the BJP with 90. Among NDA allies, the AGP fielded 26 candidates and the Bodo Peoples' Front contested 11 seats.
Which other parties contested the Assam Assembly elections?
Other key contestants included the AIUDF with 30 seats, AAP and United People's Party Liberal with 18 each, TMC with 22, Jharkhand Mukti Morcha with 16, and 258 Independent candidates.
