AGP Aims for Double-Digit Seats in Assam Assembly Elections 2026

In a recent meeting, AGP president Atul Bora announced the party's goal to secure double-digit seats in the 2026 Assam Assembly elections. With a focus on minority-dominated constituencies, Bora expressed confidence in surpassing their previous performance of nine seats. The party's candidates report strong support from voters, and Bora is optimistic about his own re-election from Bokakhat. Keshab Mahanta, AGP's working president, echoed these sentiments, highlighting the party's strengthened presence in key areas. As the vote counting approaches on May 4, the AGP is gearing up for a competitive election.

By Narendra Chaudhary Apr 13, 2026, 09:10 IST

AGP's Ambitious Goals for 2026 Elections

Atul Bora (left) and Keshab Mahanta (Right) during a meeting held in Guwahati on Sunday.

Guwahati, Apr 13: Atul Bora, the president of the AGP and Assam's Agriculture Minister, confidently stated on Sunday that his party is poised to achieve double-digit representation in the upcoming Assam Assembly elections, which took place on April 9.

The AGP, a junior partner in the NDA coalition, convened a review meeting that included candidates and central office members to discuss their electoral strategy.

Bora expressed optimism about surpassing the party's previous performance in 2021, where they secured nine seats.

He remarked, "It is certain that the AGP's seat count will increase this time. We will reach double digits," and projected that the NDA's overall tally could approach 90 seats.

Vote counting for the Assembly elections is scheduled for May 4.

Under the seat-sharing agreement among NDA allies, the BJP has nominated candidates for 90 seats, while the AGP is contesting in 26 and the BPF in 11. Notably, the BJP and AGP are engaged in a friendly competition in the Sibsagar constituency.

Of the 26 seats allocated to the AGP, at least 13 are predominantly minority areas.

Bora noted, "We have fielded candidates in several constituencies with significant minority populations. We are pleased to see that religious minorities are supporting the AGP this time. The outcomes in these areas may be decided by narrow margins, but our candidates report substantial backing from voters, which is encouraging. We are confident of moving from single-digit to double-digit seats."

Additionally, Bora expressed strong confidence in his own re-election from the Bokakhat constituency, stating, "I have faced no significant opposition in Bokakhat. I believe the constituents are satisfied with our achievements over the past decade, and we have received a positive response from the electorate there."

Keshab Mahanta, AGP's working president and Minister, supported Bora's assertions, stating, "Many of our candidates are expected to win by considerable margins. While some contests are close, our candidates still have a strong chance of victory. The AGP's presence has significantly strengthened in minority-dominated regions."

Mahanta further added, "We have received excellent support and cooperation from our alliance partners, with only a few local issues affecting coordination. Overall, the collaboration among our allies has been commendable. Based on our review, we are optimistic about at least 16 of the seats we contested."