Counting is currently underway for the 126 assembly constituencies in the Assam Election Results 2026, with early trends and exit polls strongly indicating that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is poised to retain power in the northeastern state.
According to projections from the India Today-Axis My India exit poll, the BJP is expected to secure a comfortable majority, winning between 88 and 100 seats. The primary opposition, the Indian National Congress, is projected to win 24 to 36 seats, falling short of forming the government.
Key Leaders and Early Trends
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma had previously expressed confidence that the BJP would secure 90-100 seats. On the other hand, Congress’ prominent state leader, Gaurav Gogoi, had voiced optimism about his party's return to power. Initial reports suggest CM Sarma is leading from his Jalukbari constituency.
Some of the early constituency movements include:
- Jalukbari: Himanta Biswa Sarma (BJP) leading.
- New Guwahati: Diplu Ranjan Sarmah (BJP) leading.
- Guwahati Central: Vijay Kumar Gupta (BJP) leading.
- Dibrugarh: Prasanta Phukan (BJP) leading.
- Khowang: Chakradhar Gogoi (BJP) leading.
- Tezpur: Prithiraj Rava (AGP) leading.
- Sibsagar: Akhil Gogoi (Raijor Dol) leading.
- Jorhat: Hitendra Nath Goswami (BJP) leading. Reports indicate Gaurav Gogoi, a prominent Congress face, is trailing from Jorhat.
The Road Ahead
As the vote counting progresses, the final results will confirm whether the BJP manages to consolidate its position in Assam or if the Congress can spring any surprises. The election has been closely watched, with political observers noting the intense contest between the ruling saffron party and the Congress-led alliance.
The full list of winners will be updated as official declarations are made throughout the day.