Just like every other election season, Assam is abuzz with excitement as the state gears up for its Assembly polls. But before you head out to cast your vote, here are some essential numbers you need to know.
With 126 seats up for grabs, the ruling BJP is looking to retain power. But they face stiff competition from the Congress and the AJP-BOA alliance.
Electoral Numbers
The BJP won 60 seats in the 2016 polls, while the Congress managed to secure 26. The AAP, which made its debut in the state, won one seat.
In the 2021 polls, the BJP returned with a thumping majority, winning 75 seats. The Congress managed to secure 29, while the AJP-BOA alliance won 9.
With the election commission announcing the polls will be held in a single phase on April 20, all eyes are on the key constituencies. The BJP is looking to strengthen its hold in the Brahmaputra Valley, while the Congress is banking on its traditional strongholds in the Barak Valley.
According to a recent survey, the BJP is leading in 42 seats, while the Congress is ahead in 24. The AJP-BOA alliance is leading in 6 seats.
What to Expect
With the polls just around the corner, the campaign is getting intense. The BJP has promised to focus on development and infrastructure, while the Congress is highlighting its anti-CAA and anti-CAA-NRC stance.
As the people of Assam head out to cast their vote, we will have to wait and see which party emerges victorious. But one thing is for sure, the results will have a significant impact on the state’s politics for years to come.