BJP set for 3rd term in Assam, says Dispur candidate Bordoloi as counting begins
Synopsis
As votes are counted across 126 Assam constituencies, BJP's Dispur candidate Pradyut Bordoloi is projecting a third consecutive term for the party — a feat that would be unprecedented in the state's modern political history. With an 85.91% turnout and exit polls giving NDA 88-100 seats, the numbers appear to back his confidence.
Key Takeaways
Pradyut Bordoloi , BJP candidate from Dispur , expressed confidence of a third consecutive BJP government in Assam on counting day.
Counting began at 8 am across 126 constituencies at 40 centres in 35 districts , with 722 candidates in the fray.
Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma is contesting from Jalukbari , seeking a hat-trick win.
The BJP-led NDA fielded 127 candidates (BJP: 90, AGP: 26, BPF: 11); Congress leads the opposition with 99 candidates .
Assam recorded a historic 85.91% voter turnout, with women at a record 86.5% .
Axis My India exit poll projects NDA winning 88–100 seats , with BJP as the single-largest party.
Pradyut Bordoloi, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate from the Dispur Assembly constituency, on Monday expressed confidence that the party will return to power in Assam for a third consecutive term, even as vote counting got underway across the state.
Bordoloi's Confidence on Counting Day
Speaking to reporters in Guwahati, Bordoloi said, "Not just in my constituency, but across Assam, there is a clear atmosphere that the BJP will form the government for the third time. We are closely monitoring feedback from across the state." He urged supporters to remain patient given the multi-cornered nature of contests across several seats. "Counting is currently underway in my constituency. It is becoming evident that the BJP will once again form the government. Elections often witness multi-cornered contests — sometimes involving two, three, or even four candidates — so it is important to remain patient," he added.
Scale of the Counting Exercise
Vote counting began at 8 am across Assam, covering 126 Assembly constituencies with 722 candidates in the fray. The process is being conducted at 40 counting centres spread across 35 districts, with candidates, observers, and supporters closely tracking results as they trickle in.
Key Candidates to Watch
Several prominent leaders are in the electoral race. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma is contesting from his stronghold, Jalukbari, aiming for a hat-trick victory. State Indian National Congress (INC) president Gaurav Gogoi is seeking his Assembly debut from Jorhat. Badruddin Ajmal is contesting from Binnakandi, while Akhil Gogoi is aiming to retain Sibsagar. Assembly Speaker Biswajit Daimary is in the fray from Tamulpur.
Alliance Arithmetic
The BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) includes key partners such as the Asom Gana Parishad (AGP) and the Bodo Peoples Front (BPF). The BJP has fielded 90 candidates, while AGP and BPF have nominated 26 and 11 candidates respectively. The opposition alliance is anchored by the Congress with 99 candidates, alongside Raijor Dal, Assam Jatiya Parishad, CPI(M), and APHLC.
Turnout and Exit Poll Projections
Assam recorded a historic voter turnout of 85.91% in the 9 April elections, including a record 86.5% participation by women voters. According to the Axis My India exit poll, the BJP-led NDA is projected to secure a decisive victory, winning between 88 and 100 seats, with the BJP likely emerging as the single-largest party. If the projections hold, it would mark an unprecedented third straight term for the BJP in Assam — a state where anti-incumbency has historically been a decisive factor.
Point of View
Let alone three times. The 85.91% turnout is a double-edged signal: high participation can reflect satisfaction or mobilised anti-incumbency. What the exit poll projections don't capture is whether the Congress-led opposition's fragmented alliance structure cost it winnable seats through vote-splitting. The real story emerging from this count is not just whether BJP wins, but by how much — a thin majority would set up a very different second half of the term than a landslide.
NationPress
4 May 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What did Pradyut Bordoloi say about BJP's prospects in Assam?
BJP candidate Pradyut Bordoloi said there is a 'clear atmosphere' across Assam that the party will form the government for a third consecutive time. He was speaking to reporters on Monday as vote counting got underway across the state.
When did Assam Assembly election counting begin?
Counting of votes began at 8 am on Monday across all 126 Assembly constituencies in Assam. It is being conducted at 40 centres spread across 35 districts.
What do exit polls project for the Assam election results?
The Axis My India exit poll projects the BJP-led NDA alliance winning between 88 and 100 seats, with the BJP likely emerging as the single-largest party in the 126-seat Assembly.
Who are the key candidates in the Assam Assembly election?
Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma is contesting from Jalukbari, Congress president Gaurav Gogoi from Jorhat, Badruddin Ajmal from Binnakandi, Akhil Gogoi from Sibsagar, and Assembly Speaker Biswajit Daimary from Tamulpur.
What was the voter turnout in the Assam Assembly election?
Assam recorded a historic voter turnout of 85.91% in the 9 April elections, with women voters setting a record at 86.5% participation.
