Assam Polls 2026: Key Promises and Leadership Rivalry Intensifies

Ahead of the 2026 Assam Assembly polls, major parties are making key promises and leadership rivalries are intensifying. The current CM's free LPG pledge and opposition signals of leadership change are gaining attention.

Sat Apr 04 2026

CM Promises Free LPG, Opposition Discusses Leadership Shift

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has promised two free LPG cylinders annually if re-elected in the 2026 Assembly polls, addressing voter concerns over fuel prices. Meanwhile, Gaurav Gogoi has indicated a potential leadership change by backing Akhil Gogoi and Lurinjyoti Gogoi for the top post.

Bodoland Contest and Cultural Identity Debates

In Bodoland, a crucial contest is shaping up between Hagrama Mohillary and Pramod Boro, with 'kingmakers' expected to play a decisive role. Additionally, BJP minister Pijush Hazarika has criticized the Congress and AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi over their remarks on Zubeen Garg, the Uniform Civil Code (UCC), and issues of cultural identity, broadening the election discourse.

*Source: YouTube: NDTV (2026-04-04)*

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