BJP Leader Jayanta Kumar Das Resigns Over Ticket Denial from Dispur

In a significant political move, senior BJP leader Jayanta Kumar Das has resigned from the party after being denied a ticket for the Dispur constituency. Citing personal inconveniences and a lack of recognition for his long service, Das expressed his disappointment on social media. He emphasized his ongoing commitment to public service despite leaving the party. This resignation follows the party's decision to nominate Pradyut Bordoloi instead, leading to further discussions about loyalty and candidate selection within the BJP. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma responded, expressing hope that Das would reconsider his departure, highlighting the importance of unity within the party.

By Narendra Chaudhary Mar 21, 2026, 18:02 IST

Jayanta Kumar Das Resigns from BJP

Guwahati, Mar 21: Senior leader of the BJP, Jayanta Kumar Das, has stepped down from the party after not receiving a ticket for the Dispur constituency, citing 'personal inconveniences' in his resignation letter.

In a letter dated March 20 addressed to the state party president, Das stated, 'I hereby resign from all positions, including my primary membership in the Bharatiya Janata Party, Assam Pradesh, due to personal inconveniences.'

Das announced his decision via a social media post, expressing that the party had chosen to prioritize other factors over loyalty and dedication.

'The pain of being denied a party ticket is significant, but what hurts more is the lack of recognition for my 35 years of service. When the feelings of a long-serving member are disregarded, it becomes impossible to stay without compromising my self-respect,' he remarked.

He reaffirmed his commitment to public service, stating, 'Although I have left the party, my dedication to serving the people of Dispur remains steadfast. With renewed determination and fresh ideas, I will continue to work diligently for their welfare. The principles of Atal Bihari Vajpayee will stay with me until my last breath.'

This resignation follows Das's public expression of dissatisfaction regarding the party's decision not to nominate him for Dispur, a seat he had anticipated contesting.

Instead, the party awarded the ticket to Pradyut Bordoloi, who recently transitioned to the BJP from the Indian National Congress.

In response to this situation, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma expressed skepticism about Das's departure from the party. During a press briefing, Sarma acknowledged Das's disappointment but stressed the importance of party unity.

'I also felt bad about what he said after not receiving the ticket. However, as a minister, I must navigate such challenges. Just as both poison and nectar emerged during 'Amrit Manthan', similar situations arise in politics. I believe Jayanta Das will not resign. We have cultivated this party as a family, and I don't foresee anyone leaving,' Sarma stated.

Previously, on March 19, Das had sharply criticized the party leadership, claiming that long-standing BJP members were being overlooked in favor of leaders who had recently defected from Congress. He also questioned the criteria for candidate selection, particularly the reliance on internal surveys.