The Congress party in Assam has announced its decision to contest all five seats in the upcoming by-elections. Although the Election Commission has yet to announce the poll dates, preparations are in full swing.
Key Details:
- APCC President’s Announcement: Bhupen Borah, President of the Assam Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC), stated on X (formerly Twitter) that five teams of senior leaders would engage with grassroots supporters.
- Opposition to CAA: The party reiterated its opposition to the Citizenship (Amendment) Act (CAA), highlighting the state’s government urging illegal non-Muslim immigrants who entered Assam before 2015 to apply for citizenship.
- AICC General Secretary’s Tour: Jitendra Singh, AICC General Secretary, is on a three-day tour of Assam. He is meeting district-level party leaders to discuss strategies for the by-elections and the 2026 assembly elections. He is also holding meetings with MPs, MLAs, and other leaders to strengthen the party’s organizational structure.
Party’s Aspirations:
Having seen some improvements in their electoral tally in the recent Lok Sabha elections, Congress is hopeful of regaining power in Assam. The party has been out of power in the state for the past eight years following BJP’s victory in 2016.
