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Lakhimpur Assam election 2026 BJP vs Congress as counting begins over flood and jobs issues
Politics
Published on 4 May 2026
Floods and job scarcity may decide the surprise winner
Vote counting has started for Lakhimpur Assembly in Assam, where BJP incumbent Manab Deka faces Congress candidate Ghana Buragohain. The race is drawing intense attention due to repeated flooding, poor connectivity, and limited employment options that continue to trouble residents. With a diverse electorate shaping political priorities, the outcome could hinge on who addresses day to day crises fastest.
- Counting begins in Assam’s Lakhimpur Assembly constituency
- BJP’s Manab Deka faces Congress challenger Ghana Buragohain
- Recurring floods, connectivity gaps and job scarcity drive voter concerns
- A diverse electorate could tilt the final result
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