AIUDF Plans to Contest Independently in 2026 Assam Assembly Elections

The All India United Democratic Front (AIUDF) is gearing up to contest the 2026 Assam Assembly elections independently, aiming to reconnect with its core support among the Bengali-speaking Muslim electorate. Party leaders have indicated plans to focus on approximately 35 constituencies where they believe they can make a significant impact. With a commitment to an anti-BJP stance, AIUDF seeks to prevent the ruling party from securing another term. Despite challenges faced in previous elections, the party is optimistic about its resurgence in the upcoming polls, particularly in minority-dominated areas. This strategic shift reflects AIUDF's historical approach and aims to consolidate its voter base effectively.
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AIUDF Plans to Contest Independently in 2026 Assam Assembly Elections

AIUDF's Strategy for Upcoming Elections


Guwahati, June 19: The All India United Democratic Front (AIUDF) is preparing to run independently in the 2026 Assam Assembly elections, with a strong emphasis on reconnecting with its traditional support base among the Bengali-speaking Muslim community.


According to party insiders, the organization led by Badruddin Ajmal aims to contest approximately 35 seats in the upcoming elections.


“Since our establishment in 2005, AIUDF has typically participated in elections independently. The 2021 Assembly elections were an exception as we allied with the Congress-led opposition. We would have preferred to maintain this alliance, but the Congress party ended it unilaterally after the 2021 elections. Currently, there is a prevailing sentiment within our party to adopt the ‘Ekla Cholo’ approach for the next elections,” stated a senior official from AIUDF.


The party plans to nominate candidates in around 35 Legislative Assembly Constituencies (LACs) for the upcoming elections.


“We have pinpointed about 35 constituencies where we believe AIUDF can mount significant challenges. These have been classified into categories A, B, and C. Category A includes 22 LACs where a majority of voters are from the Muslim community. Categories B and C consist of constituencies with considerable Muslim populations. Since the Bengali-speaking Muslims form the core of our support, we aim to concentrate our efforts on these seats rather than spreading our resources thin across Assam,” the leader explained.


Another prominent party member emphasized that AIUDF will uphold its anti-BJP stance.


“Our primary goal is to prevent the BJP-led NDA from securing a third consecutive term in Dispur. This is another reason for our limited seat contestation. We do not wish to inadvertently assist the BJP by fielding candidates in all 126 LACs. Thus, we will focus on a select number of seats. I also want to make it clear that if there is a hung Assembly, AIUDF will provide unconditional support for the establishment of a non-NDA and non-BJP government in the State,” he added.


When questioned about AIUDF’s poor performance in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, where Badruddin Ajmal lost his seat in Dhubri, the leader remarked, “AIUDF has previously contested elections without alliances and successfully won three Lok Sabha seats and 18 Assembly seats. The recent panchayat election results indicate our party's revival in the minority-dominated regions, and we anticipate further strengthening of our position in 2026.”


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