2026 Chief Ministers: NDA Dominates with 22 States and UTs
Full List Of Chief Ministers 2026: NDA In Power In 22 States And UTs
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The National Democratic Alliance (NDA), led by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), has secured power in 22 states and union territories in India as of 2026. Notable appointments include Himanta Biswa Sarma as Chief Minister of Assam and Suvendu Adhikari in West Bengal, marking significant victories for the BJP.
- 01NDA governs 22 states and UTs in India, with the BJP in power in 16 states.
- 02Himanta Biswa Sarma continues as Chief Minister of Assam after securing the Governor's approval.
- 03Suvendu Adhikari took oath as Chief Minister of West Bengal, defeating former CM Mamata Banerjee.
- 04C Joseph Vijay was sworn in as Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, with a new cabinet of nine ministers.
- 05The Indian National Congress (INC) holds Chief Minister positions in three states.
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As of 2026, the National Democratic Alliance (NDA), primarily led by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), governs 22 states and union territories in India. Himanta Biswa Sarma has been reappointed as the Chief Minister of Assam, with the swearing-in ceremony scheduled for May 12. In a significant political shift, Suvendu Adhikari has taken over as Chief Minister of West Bengal, defeating former Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee by over 15,000 votes. The BJP also celebrated a victory in Tamil Nadu with C Joseph Vijay taking office. Currently, the BJP holds power in 16 states, while the Indian National Congress (INC) governs in Himachal Pradesh, Karnataka, and Telangana, with ongoing coalition support in Tamil Nadu, Jharkhand, and Jammu and Kashmir. The political landscape is set for further changes as the Congress seeks to finalize its Chief Minister for Kerala.
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The NDA's control over a majority of states can lead to unified policies and initiatives that may affect local governance, infrastructure development, and social programs.
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