Congress MP and Assam Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) president Gaurav Gogoi is likely to contest the upcoming Assam Assembly elections from the Jorhat constituency, according to party sources. The development follows a meeting of the Congress Central Election Committee in Delhi, where candidates for around 40 seats were reportedly finalised.
The party’s first list of candidates is expected to be released after the Election Commission announces the official poll schedule.
Gaurav Gogoi is likely to contest the Assam Assembly elections from Jorhat, according to Congress sources. The party has reportedly finalised candidates for around 40 seats and is awaiting the Election Commission’s poll schedule before releasing its first list. Gogoi currently represents Jorhat in the Lok Sabha.
Decision Finalised in Delhi, Implications for Guwahati
Sources indicated that the Congress Central Election Committee met in Delhi on Friday to discuss candidate selection.
As APCC president, Gogoi is expected to play a central role in shaping the party’s strategy across Assam, including in key political battlegrounds such as Guwahati, where alliance negotiations and seat-sharing discussions remain closely watched.
Gogoi’s Electoral Background
Gogoi currently represents the Jorhat Lok Sabha constituency in Parliament.
In the 2023 general elections, he defeated the BJP’s Topon Kumar Gogoi by a margin of over 1.44 lakh votes. At the national level, he gained attention after moving a no-confidence motion against the Narendra Modi government in August 2023.
His speech during the debate drew significant attention, particularly among younger voters.
Alliance Talks Underway
Meanwhile, Gogoi has stated that he remains open to a possible alliance with Raijor Dal for the 2026 Assembly elections.
He said discussions with some other parties are nearly complete, while talks with Akhil Gogoi’s Raijor Dal are still ongoing and not finalised.
During his recent visit to Delhi, the party high command reportedly sought updates from the Assam unit regarding alliance negotiations. Guidance from central leadership is expected soon.
Political Significance for Assam
If Gogoi formally enters the Assembly fray, it would mark a significant shift from parliamentary politics to state-level electoral politics.
For Guwahati, which often influences broader state political trends, the development could shape campaign narratives, alliance strategies, and voter mobilisation ahead of the Assembly polls.
What Happens Next?
The Congress party is expected to release its first list of candidates once the Election Commission announces the election schedule.
Official confirmation regarding Gogoi’s candidature is awaited.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Gaurav Gogoi confirmed as a candidate for the Assembly polls?
No official announcement has been made yet. Sources indicate he is likely to contest from Jorhat.
When will Congress release its candidate list?
The party is expected to release its first list after the Election Commission announces the Assam Assembly election schedule.
