Himanta Biswa Sarma appointed Assam CM, oath on 12 May
Synopsis
Himanta Biswa Sarma is set to begin his second consecutive term as Assam Chief Minister after being formally appointed by Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya on 10 May. The swearing-in at Khanapara on 12 May follows a decisive NDA mandate in the Assam Assembly elections and unanimous backing from alliance partners AGP and BPF.
Key Takeaways
Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya formally appointed Dr Himanta Biswa Sarma as Chief Minister on 10 May 2025 under Article 164(1) of the Constitution.
Sarma will be sworn in at 11.40 am on 12 May at the Veterinary College Field, Khanapara, Guwahati .
The appointment follows Sarma's election as leader of the BJP Legislature Party and the NDA alliance in Assam.
Alliance partners Asom Gana Parishad (AGP) and Bodoland People's Front (BPF) extended support to Sarma's leadership.
This will be Sarma's second consecutive term as Assam Chief Minister after the BJP-led NDA's decisive win in the Assam Assembly elections.
Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya on Sunday, 10 May appointed Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Dr Himanta Biswa Sarma as Chief Minister of Assam under Article 164(1) of the Constitution of India, according to an official notification. Sarma is set to be sworn in at 11.40 am on 12 May at the Veterinary College Field in the Khanapara area of Guwahati.
Official Appointment and Notification
The appointment order was issued from Dispur on Sunday and digitally signed by Chief Secretary Ravi Kota, according to an official notification from the Parliamentary Affairs Department. The notification stated that the Governor, exercising powers vested under Clause (1) of Article 164 of the Constitution, was pleased to appoint Dr Himanta Biswa Sarma as Chief Minister. Earlier in the day, Sarma had met the Governor at Raj Bhavan and formally staked claim to form the next government.
BJP Legislature Party Meeting
Sarma's name was formally announced after he was elected leader of the BJP Legislature Party and the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) in Assam. Senior BJP leader and Union Minister J.P. Nadda, along with Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, attended the BJP Legislature Party meeting in Guwahati as central observers appointed by the party leadership. Following the meeting, Nadda announced Sarma's name as the leader of the NDA Legislature Party.
Alliance Support and Electoral Mandate
The BJP's alliance partners, including the Asom Gana Parishad (AGP) and the Bodoland People's Front (BPF), also extended their support to Sarma's leadership. The BJP-led NDA secured a decisive mandate in the recently concluded Assam Assembly elections, paving the way for Sarma to assume office as Chief Minister for a second consecutive term. This marks a consolidation of the NDA's hold over the northeastern state, which it has governed since 2016.
Swearing-In Ceremony Preparations
Elaborate security arrangements and administrative preparations are underway for the oath-taking ceremony at Khanapara on 12 May. Senior BJP leaders, Chief Ministers from NDA-ruled states, party workers, and supporters are expected to attend the event in large numbers, according to officials. The ceremony at the Veterinary College Field is expected to be a high-profile political gathering, reflecting the NDA's strength across states.
Point of View
With alliance partners AGP and BPF falling in line without friction. The real story going forward is whether Sarma's second term consolidates the BJP's northeastern footprint or whether the coalition's internal pressures — historically a weak point in Assam politics — surface once the honeymoon period ends. His first term was defined by aggressive identity-politics manoeuvres; his second will be judged on governance delivery.
NationPress
11 May 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Who has been appointed as the new Chief Minister of Assam?
Dr Himanta Biswa Sarma of the BJP has been appointed as the Chief Minister of Assam by Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya on 10 May 2025. This will be his second consecutive term in the role.
When and where will Himanta Biswa Sarma be sworn in as Assam CM?
Sarma will be sworn in at 11.40 am on 12 May at the Veterinary College Field in the Khanapara area of Guwahati. Senior BJP leaders and Chief Ministers from NDA-ruled states are expected to attend.
Under which constitutional provision was Sarma appointed Chief Minister?
Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya appointed Sarma under Clause (1) of Article 164 of the Constitution of India. The order was digitally signed by Chief Secretary Ravi Kota and issued from Dispur.
Which parties form the NDA alliance in Assam?
The NDA alliance in Assam is led by the BJP, with alliance partners including the Asom Gana Parishad (AGP) and the Bodoland People's Front (BPF). Both parties extended support to Sarma's leadership following the BJP Legislature Party meeting.
Who attended the BJP Legislature Party meeting in Guwahati?
Union Minister and senior BJP leader J.P. Nadda and Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini attended the BJP Legislature Party meeting in Guwahati as central observers. Nadda formally announced Sarma's name as the NDA Legislature Party leader.
