Guwahati has entered early election mode as political parties begin groundwork for the next Assam Assembly polls. Within the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), internal discussions are underway to identify probable candidates across Guwahati’s Assembly constituencies, including seats expected to be contested in alliance with the Asom Gana Parishad (AGP).
According to a BJP source who spoke to GPlus, several constituencies in and around Guwahati have already seen informal shortlisting of names. While no official announcements have been made, the discussions indicate that ticket distribution and alliance coordination will be a key focus area in the coming months.
What is known so far
Ahead of the next Assam Assembly elections, the BJP has begun internal discussions on probable candidates for the Guwahati constituencies. Names are being considered for Dimoria, Dispur, New Guwahati, and Central Guwahati, while AGP is expected to contest select seats as an ally. No official ticket list has been announced yet.
Dimoria (SC): Multiple hopefuls emerge
The Dimoria (SC) constituency has attracted interest from several aspirants within the BJP. As per the party source, the names under discussion include Nabarun Medhi, Surjit Biswas, and Bijoy Rajbongshi.
The source added that AGP, which remains in alliance with BJP, is likely to field Tapan Das from Dimoria, indicating early seat-sharing talks between the two parties.
Dispur: Longer list and signs of internal pressure
In the Dispur constituency, the list of probable BJP candidates appears longer. Names mentioned include Atul Bora, Jayanta Das, Umi Deka Baruah, Niyendra Sarma, and Jayanta Deka.
The BJP source also pointed to the possibility of internal dissent if ticket allocation does not go as expected. According to the claim, Jayanta Das may consider contesting as an independent candidate if he does not receive the BJP ticket. Party leaders, however, have not publicly commented on this possibility.
New Guwahati: Mix of senior and new faces
For the newly carved New Guwahati constituency, the BJP’s internal discussions reportedly include a mix of experienced leaders and relatively newer entrants. The names being considered are Siddhartha Bhattacharya, Ratna Singh, Pranabjyoti Lahkar, Rupam Goswami, Santana Bharali, and Aparajita Bhuyan.
The inclusion of multiple profiles reflects the party’s attempt to assess both organisational strength and local connections in the new segment.
Central Guwahati: BJP and AGP both in focus
Central Guwahati has also seen several aspirants seeking the BJP ticket. According to the source, names doing the rounds include Dewan Dhruba Jyoti Maral, Vijay Kumar Gupta, Mukuta Deka, Jury Sharma Bordoloi, and Purabee Roy.
From the AGP side, the likely nominee for Central Guwahati is said to be sitting MLA Ramendra Narayan Kalita, reinforcing expectations that the seat may be contested by the BJP’s ally.
Jalukbari: No change expected
In the Jalukbari constituency, there appears to be no change in expectations. Himanta Biswa Sarma is widely seen within the BJP as the natural candidate once again, with no alternative names currently being discussed.
What happens next
With the election timeline gradually taking shape, Guwahati’s constituencies are becoming a focal point for ticket negotiations and alliance arithmetic. Political observers note that internal consultations are likely to intensify once formal seat-sharing discussions between the BJP and AGP begin.
Official candidate lists are expected only after party high commands complete their assessments and consultations, making the current names indicative rather than final.
Frequently Asked Questions
Has the BJP officially announced candidates for the Guwahati seats?
No, the BJP has not made any official announcements yet. The names being discussed are based on internal deliberations and sources.
Will BJP and AGP contest all Guwahati seats together?
BJP and AGP are alliance partners, but final seat-sharing arrangements are yet to be formally decided and announced.
