Assam NDA mandate reflects trust in development work, says AGP chief Atul Bora
Synopsis
Assam Minister and AGP chief Atul Bora called the NDA's latest Assembly election win unprecedented in post-Independence Assam politics, crediting Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma's 2021–2026 development record. With all 126 MLAs set to take oath Thursday and Ranjit Kumar Dass nominated for Speaker, the new government's machinery is moving fast.
Key Takeaways
AGP President Atul Bora described the NDA's Assam Assembly election mandate as unprecedented in post-Independence Assam politics.
Bora credited the result to development work under Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma during his 2021–2026 tenure.
The NDA alliance — comprising BJP , AGP , and BPF — has jointly nominated Ranjit Kumar Dass for the post of Assam Assembly Speaker .
All 126 newly elected MLAs are scheduled to take oath on Thursday, 21 May at the first session of the new Assembly.
The four-day Assembly session is expected to see introduction of key Bills and policy discussions.
Asom Gana Parishad (AGP) President and Assam Minister Atul Bora on Wednesday, 20 May said the sweeping mandate secured by the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) in the recently concluded Assam Assembly elections was a direct reflection of public confidence in the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led coalition government's development record in the state. Bora made the remarks in Guwahati ahead of the first session of the newly constituted Assam Assembly.
An Unprecedented Verdict, Says Bora
Speaking to reporters, Minister Bora described the scale of the NDA's electoral victory as historically significant for post-Independence Assam. 'The people of Assam have given a huge mandate to the NDA alliance. After Independence, Assam has rarely witnessed such a decisive public verdict while forming a government,' he said.
Bora attributed the result directly to the governance record of the alliance, particularly crediting Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, who led the state from 2021 to 2026. 'This mandate proves that the people appreciated the developmental work carried out during the NDA government's tenure, particularly under the leadership of Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma in the last term,' the minister added.
NDA Proposes Ranjit Kumar Dass for Speaker
Bora also confirmed that the NDA alliance has formally nominated senior leader Ranjit Kumar Dass for the post of Speaker of the Assam Legislative Assembly. Nomination papers have been submitted with the backing of the BJP, AGP, and the Bodoland People's Front (BPF) — the three principal partners of the ruling coalition.
'Nomination papers have already been submitted proposing the name of Ranjit Kumar Dass. The BJP, AGP and Bodoland People's Front have jointly proposed and supported his candidature,' Bora told reporters. Several senior leaders and newly elected members of the legislative assembly (MLAs) from coalition parties were present at the filing, he noted.
All 126 MLAs to Take Oath on Thursday
The first session of the newly constituted Assam Assembly is set to begin on Thursday, 21 May. All 126 newly elected MLAs are expected to take their oath of office during the opening proceedings of the House.
The four-day session is anticipated to include the introduction of several key Bills and policy discussions by the incoming government. The NDA alliance, led by the BJP, retained power in Assam with a comfortable majority, with the AGP once again emerging as a significant regional coalition partner.
Context: NDA's Continued Hold on Assam
The BJP first came to power in Assam in 2016, ending over a decade of Congress rule, and retained the state in 2021 under Chief Minister Sarma's leadership. The latest election result, described by Bora as unprecedented in post-Independence Assam politics, consolidates the NDA's position as the dominant political force in the state. Notably, the AGP — a regional party with deep roots in Assam's identity politics — has now partnered with the BJP across multiple successive governments, underscoring the durability of the alliance.
With the new Assembly set to convene and a Speaker nomination already in motion, the new government's legislative agenda is expected to take shape in the coming days.
Point of View
Boundary delimitation debates, and the legacy of the National Register of Citizens — factors that rarely surface in post-victory narratives. The AGP's continued relevance as a coalition partner reflects the BJP's need for regional legitimacy in a state with strong sub-nationalist currents, not just a reward for governance delivery. Whether the new government's legislative agenda addresses structural issues — unemployment, flood vulnerability, and tea-garden welfare — will be the real test of whether the mandate translates into durable trust.
NationPress
5 Jul 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What did Assam Minister Atul Bora say about the NDA's election mandate?
Atul Bora said the NDA alliance's victory in the Assam Assembly elections was unprecedented in post-Independence Assam politics, calling it a reflection of public confidence in the BJP-led government's development work, particularly under Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma from 2021 to 2026.
Who has been nominated as Speaker of the Assam Legislative Assembly?
The NDA alliance has nominated senior leader Ranjit Kumar Dass for the post of Speaker. The nomination is jointly backed by the BJP, AGP, and Bodoland People's Front (BPF).
When will the new Assam Assembly MLAs take oath?
All 126 newly elected MLAs are expected to take their oath of office on Thursday, 21 May, at the opening proceedings of the first session of the newly constituted Assam Assembly.
What is the Asom Gana Parishad's role in the new Assam government?
The Asom Gana Parishad (AGP), led by Atul Bora, is a key regional coalition partner in the NDA alliance government in Assam. The party has partnered with the BJP across multiple successive state governments.
What is expected during the new Assam Assembly's first session?
The four-day session beginning 21 May is expected to include the swearing-in of all 126 MLAs, the election of the Speaker, and the introduction of several important Bills and policy discussions by the new government.
