AIUDF Sets Strategy for 2026 Assam Assembly Elections
AIUDF's Election Strategy Unveiled
Dhubri, Dec 18: The All India United Democratic Front (AIUDF) has revealed its strategy for the upcoming 2026 Assam Assembly elections, emphasizing that the party will only contest seats where it sees a viable chance of success.
During a meeting with party workers in Dhubri, AIUDF leader Badruddin Ajmal stated that the party plans to nominate candidates in approximately 35 constituencies. He emphasized that AIUDF does not aim to participate in elections merely to divide votes.
Ajmal expressed skepticism about the significance of various political parties in the state, noting that out of 17 parties competing, at least 15 have minimal or no grassroots presence.
Reaffirming the party's main goal, he stated that AIUDF's priority in the forthcoming elections is to remove the BJP from power in Assam.
He reiterated the party's stance against alleged electoral fraud and the National Register of Citizens (NRC) process, asserting that these issues will be pivotal in their campaign.
Ajmal was particularly critical of the Congress party, citing its organizational weaknesses, especially in Upper Assam, and predicted that it would struggle to secure more than 20 seats in the upcoming elections.
He directly challenged Congress leadership, suggesting that if Rahul Gandhi were to publicly commit to genuinely addressing the concerns of minority communities, he would consider dissolving the AIUDF.
Ajmal accused Congress of forming alliances with parties lacking grassroots support, claiming this has undermined its political credibility.
In response to allegations labeling AIUDF as the BJP's 'B Team', Ajmal countered by suggesting that Congress should be regarded as the BJP's 'A-plus team', alleging that senior Congress figures have accepted funds from Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, claiming to have evidence to support this.
He also highlighted what he termed the failures of the BJP government and dismissed the so-called 'Miya issue' as a contrived controversy, questioning its reflection of genuine public concern.
Ajmal criticized the Chief Minister for making derogatory comments about the Muslim community, questioning the moral authority behind such remarks.
He characterized the Chief Minister's governance style as authoritarian and accused the state of experiencing unprecedented political oppression.
Regarding his own political future, Ajmal mentioned that he might opt not to run in the Assembly elections, with the final decision resting with the party.