AIUDF MLA Karim Uddin Barbhuiya Quits Party Ahead of Assam Polls

AIUDF MLA Karim Uddin Barbhuiya Quits Party Ahead of Assam Polls

Assam’s Sonai constituency MLA Karim Uddin Barbhuiya has announced his decision to quit the All India United Democratic Front (AIUDF), adding to the growing political churn in the state ahead of the 2026 Assam Assembly elections.

Barbhuiya shared the announcement on X (formerly Twitter) on March 5, stating that the decision came after consultations with people from his constituency and different sections of society.

AIUDF MLA Karim Uddin Barbhuiya has announced his resignation from the party ahead of the 2026 Assam Assembly elections. The Sonai legislator said his decision was taken after consultations with constituents, while his future political plans have not yet been disclosed.

Announcement Made Through Social Media

Barbhuiya’s statement, posted in Bengali on X, said that he had decided to step away from the AIUDF following discussions with supporters and members of his constituency.

However, he has not yet clarified his next political move.

With Assembly elections approaching, political observers in Guwahati’s political circles say such resignations and party shifts are common as leaders reassess their positions ahead of electoral contests.

Possible Political Realignment

Although Barbhuiya has not announced whether he will join another party, a switch is widely considered possible.

Party changes often increase in the months leading up to elections, as political leaders explore new alliances or platforms to contest.

Guwahati, which serves as Assam’s political and administrative hub, has seen a series of such developments recently as parties prepare for the 2026 elections.

Congress MLAs Join BJP on the Same Day

Barbhuiya’s announcement came on the same day when three suspended Congress legislators joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Guwahati.

The leaders—Kamalakhya Dey Purkayastha, Basant Das, and Sashi Kanta Das—were formally inducted into the BJP at Atal Bihari Vajpayee Bhawan, the party’s state headquarters.

During the joining ceremony, the leaders said they were disillusioned with the Congress and chose to join the BJP, citing what they described as the interest of the state and the nation.

Leaders Explain Reasons for Switching Parties

Kamalakhya Dey Purkayastha said his decision to join the BJP was driven by the goal of supporting policies focused on development and governance.

He also criticised the Congress leadership, alleging that the party had weakened itself through what he described as appeasement politics.

Former legislator Basant Das said development initiatives undertaken under Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma had influenced his decision.

Meanwhile, Sashi Kanta Das said he was encouraged by the government’s efforts to promote unity across communities and claimed that the Congress had deviated from principles it had followed in the past.

Political Activity Intensifies Before 2026 Elections

With the Assam Assembly elections approaching, political developments across the state are expected to accelerate.

Party headquarters and political offices in Guwahati are likely to remain at the centre of campaign planning, alliance discussions, and candidate announcements in the coming months.

Observers say the coming weeks could see more leaders switching sides as parties consolidate their positions ahead of the polls.

What Happens Next

Karim Uddin Barbhuiya has not yet disclosed his future political plans.

Whether he joins another party or contests the upcoming elections independently may become clearer as political negotiations and election preparations continue across Assam.

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