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Assam CM predicts Congress will lose Nagaon by‑poll seat
✍️ Tripuratimes
🗓 29 Sep 2026, 05:01 AM
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Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said the ruling party expects the Congress to lose the upcoming Nagaon by‑election, signalling confidence ahead of the vote.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma publicly stated that the Congress party is likely to lose the Nagaon constituency in the forthcoming by‑poll. The comment was made during a campaign rally where the ruling party highlighted its development record in the state.
The Nagaon by‑election was called after the previous seat became vacant, prompting both major parties to mobilise their cadres. Sarma’s prediction reflects the BJP’s confidence as it seeks to consolidate its position in the region.
Opposition leaders have not commented on the chief minister’s remarks, but political analysts note that the by‑poll will serve as a barometer for public sentiment ahead of the next state assembly elections.
Election officials have scheduled the voting date for later this month, and the Election Commission has urged all parties to conduct a free and fair poll.
The outcome in Nagaon will be closely watched, given its strategic importance in central Assam and its potential impact on the balance of power in the state legislature.
The Nagaon by‑election was called after the previous seat became vacant, prompting both major parties to mobilise their cadres. Sarma’s prediction reflects the BJP’s confidence as it seeks to consolidate its position in the region.
Opposition leaders have not commented on the chief minister’s remarks, but political analysts note that the by‑poll will serve as a barometer for public sentiment ahead of the next state assembly elections.
Election officials have scheduled the voting date for later this month, and the Election Commission has urged all parties to conduct a free and fair poll.
The outcome in Nagaon will be closely watched, given its strategic importance in central Assam and its potential impact on the balance of power in the state legislature.