2026 Assam Assembly Elections: Guwahati Central and New Guwahati Results Live Updates
Guwahati Central & New Guwahati Election Results 2026 Live: Who wins the city? Gupta-Sarmah lead fight
The Economic Times
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The 2026 Assam Assembly elections are underway, with Guwahati Central and New Guwahati emerging as key constituencies. Exit polls suggest a potential advantage for the BJP-led NDA, while local issues like urban governance and infrastructure shape voter sentiment in these rapidly urbanizing areas.
- 01Guwahati Central and New Guwahati are newly created constituencies reflecting the city's growth.
- 02Exit polls indicate a competitive edge for the BJP in Assam's urban regions.
- 03Voter turnout in Assam reached a record high of 85.38%, with Guwahati Central at 76.07% and New Guwahati at 72.37%.
- 04Key candidates include Vijay Kumar Gupta (BJP) in Guwahati Central and Diplu Ranjan Sarmah (BJP) in New Guwahati.
- 05The elections highlight urban governance issues, including traffic congestion and infrastructure development.
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The 2026 Assam Assembly elections have spotlighted the newly formed constituencies of Guwahati Central and New Guwahati, reflecting the city's rapid urban expansion. Guwahati Central, characterized by its dense commercial and administrative core, and New Guwahati, representing the city's outward growth, are pivotal in this electoral contest. Exit polls suggest a favorable outcome for the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA), projecting them to secure between 88-101 seats, while Congress is estimated to win 23-36 seats. Voter turnout across Assam reached a historic 85.38%, with Guwahati Central achieving 76.07% and New Guwahati 72.37%. Key candidates include Vijay Kumar Gupta from the BJP in Guwahati Central and Diplu Ranjan Sarmah from the BJP in New Guwahati. The elections are framed as a direct contest between the BJP and Congress, with local issues such as urban governance and infrastructure playing a crucial role in shaping voter decisions.
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The election results will significantly influence urban governance and development policies in Guwahati, affecting residents' daily lives and the city's infrastructure planning.
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