Assam Election Results: BJP leads 98 seats; Gaurav Gogoi trails in Jorhat
Synopsis
Congress state president Gaurav Gogoi is trailing by over 8,000 votes in Jorhat after five rounds of counting — a symbolic blow for the party as the BJP-led NDA leads in 98 of Assam's Assembly seats. With 85.96% voter turnout and 722 candidates in the fray, Assam's verdict is shaping up as a strong early signal for the ruling alliance.
Key Takeaways
Gaurav Gogoi , Congress state president, trails BJP's Hitendra Nath Goswami by 8,013 votes in Jorhat after the fifth counting round.
BJP has polled 23,339 votes vs Congress's 15,326 votes in Jorhat so far.
The BJP-led NDA is leading in 98 Assembly seats ; the Congress-led alliance is ahead in 25 .
Polling was held on 9 April with a voter turnout of 85.96% from over 2.50 crore voters.
A total of 722 candidates , including 59 women , contested the elections.
Counting continues under tight security; final trends expected later on 4 May .
In an early setback for the Indian National Congress (Congress), party candidate and state president Gaurav Gogoi was trailing behind Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) rival Hitendra Nath Goswami in the Jorhat Assembly constituency after the fifth round of counting on Monday, 4 May. According to official trends, Goswami held a lead of 8,013 votes over Gogoi, with the BJP tallying 23,339 votes against Congress's 15,326 votes as counting continued.
Overall Seat Tally So Far
Across Assam, the BJP-led NDA was leading in 98 Assembly seats in the early rounds of counting, while the Congress-led opposition alliance was ahead in 25 constituencies. Clearer trends are expected to emerge as further rounds are completed through the day. Counting is underway under tight security across the state.
Jorhat: A Key Constituency Under Watch
The widening margin in Jorhat is being viewed as a significant early blow for the Congress, given that Gaurav Gogoi holds the dual role of party candidate and Assam Congress state president. The party is closely monitoring subsequent rounds for any signs of a turnaround. Notably, a defeat in Jorhat would carry symbolic weight beyond the seat itself, potentially impacting the Congress's broader campaign narrative in the state.
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 over 2.50 crore. A total of 722 candidates contested, including 59 women contenders.
The 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. Among NDA allies, the Asom Gana Parishad fielded 26 candidates and the Bodo Peoples' Front contested 11 seats.
Opposition and Other Parties in the Fray
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, while All India Trinamool Congress (TMC) fielded 22 and Jharkhand Mukti Morcha 16. Additionally, 258 Independent candidates are in the fray.
With counting still underway, the final picture is expected to become clearer by the end of the day, and all eyes remain on whether the BJP-led NDA can consolidate its early lead into a decisive majority.
Point of View
If it holds, would suggest the NDA's organisational machinery and incumbency advantage have more than offset anti-incumbency concerns. Congress's decision to field its state president in a high-profile seat was a calculated risk; an early deficit of over 8,000 votes suggests that gamble may not pay off. The broader question is whether the opposition alliance's 25-seat showing reflects a structural floor or a ceiling — and that answer will define Congress's Assam strategy for years to come.
NationPress
5 Aug 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current status of Gaurav Gogoi in the Assam election results?
Congress candidate and Assam state president Gaurav Gogoi is trailing BJP's Hitendra Nath Goswami by 8,013 votes in the Jorhat Assembly constituency after five rounds of counting on 4 May. The BJP has polled 23,339 votes against Congress's 15,326 in Jorhat so far.
How many seats is the BJP-led NDA leading in Assam?
The BJP-led NDA was leading in 98 Assembly seats in the early rounds of counting, while the Congress-led opposition alliance was ahead in 25 constituencies, according to official trends on 4 May.
When was voting held for the Assam Assembly elections?
Voting was held on 9 April, recording a voter turnout of 85.96% from an electorate of over 2.50 crore voters. A total of 722 candidates, including 59 women, contested the elections.
Which parties are contesting the Assam Assembly elections?
Major parties include the BJP (90 seats), Congress (99 seats), AIUDF (30 seats), Asom Gana Parishad (26 seats), TMC (22 seats), AAP (18 seats), and United People's Party Liberal (18 seats), among others. There are also 258 Independent candidates.
When will the final Assam election results be declared?
Counting is underway under tight security across the state as of 4 May. Clearer trends and final results are expected to emerge later in the day as subsequent rounds of counting are completed.
