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.
Congress leaders in Assam say they’re confident of winning the Assembly elections, arguing public trust is shifting due to corruption concerns. Ahead of May 4 vote counting, they’ve stepped up candidate discussions and claim the Election Commission is not impartial. Party leaders also say they’re focusing on the safety of their MLAs as tensions rise.
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Early Assam exit poll projections point to a strong BJP win, driven by high voter turnout and the party’s on-ground organization. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma’s leadership is cited as a major advantage, while Congress appears vulnerable to a possible third consecutive defeat. Final Assembly results are expected on May 4.
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