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Assam's longest-serving MLA, Phani Bhushan Choudhury, resigns from assembly membership after successful election to Lok Sabha from Barpeta constituency. Accompanied by AGP leaders, Choudhury expresses gratitude to supporters and hopes to serve Barpeta constituency effectively as MP.
AGP and Congress secure victories in Barpeta and Dhubri constituencies in Assam after recent delimitation exercise. AGP's win in Barpeta marks the return of a Hindu representative after 26 years, while Congress defeats AIUDF giant Badruddin Ajmal in Dhubri. Delimitation led to a shift in demographic balance favoring Hindu voters in Barpeta and increased minority voters in Dhubri.
AGP, the largest regional party from the northeast, is aiming to break its losing streak in the Lok Sabha polls. With a revitalized grassroots presence and favorable demographic composition in Barpeta, AGP remains optimistic about its chances. The party's performance will be a significant indicator of regional dynamics in national politics.
Assam's veteran MLA Phani Bhusan Choudhury secures a Lok Sabha seat from Barpeta, marking a significant shift in his political journey.
A person drowned in a swollen river in Assam's Hailakandi district due to heavy rainfall triggered by Cyclone Remal, pushing the overall death toll in the state to six, while 18 others were wounded.