Himanta Biswa Sarma Set for Second Term as Assam Chief Minister in 2026 Elections
Assam polls 2026: No doubt over CM face as Himanta Biswa Sarma eyes second term
The Economic Times
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Himanta Biswa Sarma is poised to secure a second term as Chief Minister of Assam if the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) wins the upcoming elections on May 4, 2026. Union Home Minister Amit Shah has actively campaigned for Sarma, emphasizing the BJP's commitment to deporting infiltrators and highlighting Sarma's increasing popularity over the past five years.
- 01Himanta Biswa Sarma is expected to be the BJP's chief ministerial candidate for the 2026 Assam elections.
- 02The counting of votes is scheduled for May 4, 2026.
- 03Union Home Minister Amit Shah has been campaigning for Sarma's re-election.
- 04Sarma's popularity has significantly increased over the past five years.
- 05The BJP aims to maintain its power in Assam, having previously won 60 seats in the 2021 assembly elections.
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In the lead-up to the 2026 Assam assembly elections, Himanta Biswa Sarma is the clear frontrunner for the Chief Minister position if the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) retains power. The elections will culminate in vote counting on May 4, 2026. Union Home Minister Amit Shah has been vocal in his support for Sarma, promising that the BJP will deport infiltrators and highlighting Sarma's achievements during his first term. Unlike the previous elections, where uncertainty surrounded the chief ministerial candidate, this time Sarma's growing popularity and the party's confidence have eliminated doubts about his candidacy. In the 2021 elections, the BJP, under Sarma's leadership, won 60 out of 126 seats, mirroring their success in 2016. Shah's rallies have reinforced the BJP's commitment to governance and security in Assam, positioning Sarma as a strong candidate for re-election.
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If Sarma is re-elected, it could lead to continued policies focused on security and governance in Assam, influencing local communities and political dynamics.
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