Himanta Biswa Sarma, the Chief Minister of Assam, has played a crucial role in the rise of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in the region, transitioning from a prominent Congress member to a key BJP leader. His political journey reflects a significant shift in Assam's electoral dynamics, especially as early trends in the ongoing Assembly elections show the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) leading in 87 constituencies. The BJP itself is ahead in 71 seats, while its allies, the Bodoland People’s Front (BPF) and Asom Gana Parishad (AGP), lead in 9 and 7 seats, respectively. Sarma is leading from the Jalukbari Assembly constituency, showcasing his strong grassroots network and consistent voter support. Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal expressed confidence in the NDA's return to power, while Assam Congress President Gaurav Gogoi remains cautiously optimistic, monitoring the counting process closely. The elections, held on April 9, saw a high voter turnout of 85.96% from an electorate of over 2.5 crore.