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BJP eyes Assam clear mandate as Himanta Biswa Sarma heads for second term
Politics
Published on 2 May 2026
A Union Home Minister all but confirms the CM
With counting days away, exit polls point to a BJP win in Assam and a return to power under Himanta Biswa Sarma. Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s remarks have fueled expectations that Sarma will continue as chief minister. The BJP is pushing for a second term, with results slated for May 4, echoing the 2021 outcome.
- Exit polls suggest a BJP victory in Assam
- Himanta Biswa Sarma is widely expected to lead again
- Amit Shah’s comments hint at Sarma’s continued tenure
- Results are due May 4
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