Election Observers Appointed for Upcoming Autonomous Council Elections in Assam

The Assam State Election Commission has appointed four observers to oversee the Mising Autonomous Council and Sonowal Kachari Autonomous Council elections in 2026. This initiative aims to ensure a transparent and smooth electoral process. Each observer is assigned specific constituencies and will be available to address public grievances and concerns. Voters and candidates can contact the observers directly for assistance, promoting an accessible and accountable election environment. This proactive measure is part of the Commission's commitment to uphold the integrity of the electoral process in Assam.

By Narendra Chaudhary Nov 13, 2026, 09:53 IST

Election Oversight in Dibrugarh

A file image of a voter casting vote. (Photo: PTI)

DIBRUGARH, Nov 13: The Assam State Election Commission (ASEC) has designated four election observers to monitor the upcoming elections for the Mising Autonomous Council (MAC) and the Sonowal Kachari Autonomous Council (SKAC) in 2026. This initiative aims to ensure that the polling process is conducted in a free, smooth, and transparent manner.

Atrayee Goswami has been appointed as the election observer for the 35-Dihing Sessa constituency under the Mising Autonomous Council.

For the Sonowal Kachari Autonomous Council elections, three observers have been assigned to specific constituencies. Firdous Alam Sheikh will oversee the 7-Rongchangi, 13-Lepetkata, 14-Mancotta, 15-Kutuha, 16-Khowang, and 18-Tinthengia constituencies.

Indrani Laskar has been tasked with monitoring the 8-Tengakhat, 9-Kheremia, 10-Komargaon, 11-Naharkatia, and 12-Khatuwa constituencies, while Hemashri Hazarika will supervise the 17-Bamunbari and 19-Chaharikota constituencies.

The appointed observers will be available to address any concerns or grievances from the public and candidates regarding the elections. They can be reached at the Office of the District Commissioner in Dibrugarh during regular office hours on weekdays, excluding public holidays.

For any election-related issues, the observers can also be contacted via mobile: Atrayee Goswami at 9435024591, Firdous Alam Sheikh at 9954495075, Indrani Laskar at 9957186824, and Hemashri Hazarika at 9435074159.

This arrangement is designed to provide a direct line for voters and candidates to voice their election-related concerns, thereby facilitating the smooth and transparent conduct of the autonomous council elections in the district, as confirmed by officials.