The Indian National Congress has released its fourth list of candidates for the 2026 Assam Assembly elections, announcing seven nominees while allocating 11 constituencies to its ally Raijor Dal as part of a pre-poll alliance.
The announcement, made on March 20, carries direct relevance for Guwahati, with the party fielding Bidisha Neog from the key Jalukbari constituency, one of the most politically significant seats in the city.
The Congress has announced its fourth list of candidates for the 2026 Assam elections, naming seven nominees, including Bidisha Neog from Jalukbari in Guwahati. The party has also left 11 constituencies for its ally, Raijor Dal as part of a seat-sharing agreement.
Key Candidates Announced
Along with Jalukbari, the Congress has named candidates for several constituencies across Assam:
- Bidisha Neog – Jalukbari
- Rohit Pariga – Tangla
- Jayanta Borah – Biswanath
- Dr. Joy Prakash Das – Nowboicha (SC)
- Gyandip Mohan – Mahmorah
- Pran Kurmi – Titabor
- Rahul Roy – Hailakandi
The Jalukbari seat remains a focal point in Guwahati’s political landscape, making this announcement particularly significant for urban voters.
Seats Allocated to Raijor Dal
As part of the alliance, Congress has decided not to contest 11 constituencies, leaving them for Raijor Dal:
- Manas
- Dalgaon
- Dhing
- Kaliabor
- Tezpur
- Sissibargaon
- Margherita
- Digboi
- Sibsagar
- Mariani
- Bokakhat
This arrangement is aimed at preventing vote division and strengthening the opposition front against the BJP-led NDA.
Guwahati in Focus: Jalukbari Contest
Jalukbari, located in Guwahati, is one of the most high-profile constituencies in Assam politics. The decision to field Bidisha Neog indicates Congress’s intent to challenge the BJP strongly in this seat.
Given Guwahati’s urban voter base and political visibility, the outcome in Jalukbari is expected to have symbolic and strategic importance.
Broader Alliance Strategy
The announcement was made through a press note issued by K. C. Venugopal.
The Congress has expanded its alliance network to include:
- Assam Jatiya Parishad (AJP)
- Communist Party of India (Marxist) (CPM)
- Communist Party of India (Marxist-Leninist) Liberation (CPI-ML)
- All Party Hill Leaders’ Conference (APHLC)
The alliance was formalised after discussions between Gaurav Gogoi and Akhil Gogoi.
What Happens Next
With candidate lists being finalised, election campaigning is expected to intensify across Guwahati and other constituencies in Assam.
Jalukbari, in particular, is likely to witness a closely watched contest as parties focus on mobilising urban voters ahead of the April 9 polling.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. Who is the Congress candidate from Jalukbari?
Bidisha Neog has been named as the Congress candidate for Jalukbari.
Q2. How many seats does Congress leave for Raijor Dal?
Congress has left 11 constituencies for Raijor Dal under the alliance.
Q3. Why is Jalukbari important in Guwahati politics?
Jalukbari is a key urban constituency and a major political battleground in Guwahati.