Gaurav Gogoi Predicts Unprecedented Assam Assembly Elections in 2026

Gaurav Gogoi's Bold Predictions for Assam's Political Landscape

The President of the Assam Pradesh Congress Committee, Gaurav Gogoi, has declared that the upcoming 2026 Assam Assembly elections will be unlike any other. He emphasized that the contest will not merely be between political parties but rather a battle between the people of Assam and what he referred to as the 'self-proclaimed king.' Gogoi stated that the identity of this 'king' is well-known to the public. While addressing a public gathering, he noted that opposition parties are aware of the anger and despair prevalent among the populace, which is why they stand united with the citizens.

Gogoi accused the ruling party of attempting to sway voters through financial incentives, communal polarization, and alleged violations of electoral laws. He asserted that the people of Assam will respond decisively, sending a powerful message that wealth, power, arrogance, threats, and divisive politics cannot undermine their dignity. He further stated that the land, heritage, culture, peace, and social harmony of Assam will be safeguarded.

He added that the outcomes of the 2026 elections will hold national significance, impacting the entire country, and that citizens from other states will learn from Assam's collective stance. Gogoi made these remarks during a public meeting organized by the Dibrugarh District Citizens' Conference at the Amolpatti Natya Mandir auditorium. The event aimed to inspire opposition parties to unite in defense of democracy and citizens' rights. Gogoi criticized the ruling government for treating citizens as mere subjects rather than equal stakeholders in democracy.

He also pointed out that the government is systematically stripping citizens of their rights. Efforts have been made to limit the rights of citizens to question, criticize, and express dissent. Under the current administration, citizens are being regarded as 'subjects.' Additionally, he alleged that government welfare schemes are being misused to silence beneficiaries.