Guwahati: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has finalised its seat-sharing arrangement with National Democratic Alliance (NDA) allies for the upcoming Assam Assembly elections, setting the stage for an intense campaign in the state ahead of voting on April 9.
Under the agreement, the BJP will contest 89 out of the 126 Assembly seats, while its key regional allies — Asom Gana Parishad (AGP) and the Bodoland People’s Front (BPF) — will contest 26 and 11 seats respectively.
Party sources said the arrangement was finalised after several rounds of internal consultations and negotiations among alliance partners. With the distribution of constituencies now settled, the focus has shifted to announcing candidates and launching a coordinated campaign across the state.
NDA partners agree on seat distribution
According to the agreed formula, the BJP will lead the alliance’s electoral fight in the majority of constituencies.
The Asom Gana Parishad, a long-standing regional ally of the BJP in Assam politics, will contest 26 seats, while the Bodoland People’s Front, which has a strong base in the Bodoland Territorial Region, will field candidates in 11 constituencies.
Party insiders said the allocation was designed to balance electoral strengths and maximise the alliance’s chances of retaining power in the state.
Leaders from the three parties have reportedly agreed to work together on campaign messaging and ground mobilisation to ensure a united electoral push.
Candidate list expected soon
The BJP’s Central Election Committee is currently meeting to finalise the list of candidates for the Assembly elections.
Sources within the party indicated that approvals for most constituencies have already been completed, and the final list is likely to be released within the next two days.
Ticket distribution remains one of the most delicate aspects of the election strategy, as it can influence local political dynamics and party unity.
Senior leaders are said to be carefully weighing factors such as electoral performance, caste and community representation, and local leadership strength before finalising candidates.
Modi to address key campaign rallies
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to play a prominent role in the final phase of the election campaign in Assam.
According to party sources, the Prime Minister is likely to address three major rallies in the state during the last leg of campaigning.
The tentative dates for these rallies are April 1, April 3 and April 6, just days before voting takes place.
These rallies are expected to be held in politically significant regions where the BJP hopes to consolidate support and energise its voter base.
Party leaders believe Modi’s presence will provide a major boost to the campaign during the crucial final stretch.
Amit Shah to spearhead March campaign
Union Home Minister Amit Shah is also set to lead an aggressive campaign push across Assam in the weeks leading up to the election.
Shah is expected to travel extensively across the state throughout March, addressing public meetings and interacting with party workers.
The focus of these visits will be to strengthen booth-level organisation, mobilise party cadres and expand outreach among voters.
Senior BJP leaders believe that coordinated campaigning by the central leadership will help maintain momentum and counter opposition efforts.
Delimitation exercise discussed internally
Apart from election preparations, internal discussions within the BJP have also reportedly touched upon the proposed delimitation exercise scheduled for 2027.
Party leaders believe the exercise could have significant political implications in Assam, particularly in terms of constituency boundaries and demographic representation.
While delimitation is not directly linked to the current election, it remains an important factor in long-term political planning in the state.
Key electoral contest ahead
The Assam Assembly has 126 seats, and the upcoming election is expected to witness a closely watched contest between the ruling NDA alliance and opposition parties.
With the seat-sharing arrangement now finalised, the BJP and its allies are moving rapidly from strategic planning to campaign execution.
Party leaders say the alliance will emphasise issues such as development, infrastructure, governance and regional aspirations during the campaign.
Conclusion
With the seat-sharing agreement sealed and candidate announcements expected soon, the BJP and its NDA partners have entered the decisive phase of their election campaign in Assam. High-profile rallies by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and extensive outreach by Amit Shah are expected to energise the party’s campaign as it seeks to strengthen its position in the 126-seat Assembly.
Voting for all constituencies will take place on April 9, while the counting of votes is scheduled for May 4, making the coming weeks critical for all political parties in the state.