Assam Assembly polls: Congress aspirants queue up at party office

Guwahati, Jan 19 (IANS) Ahead of the Assam Assembly elections, aspirants of the Indian National Congress and their supporters gathered in large numbers at the party’s state headquarters, Rajiv Bhavan, on Monday to submit applications seeking party tickets.

The day-long exercise witnessed enthusiastic participation from leaders and workers across the state, reflecting the party’s early mobilisation ahead of the high-stakes polls.

Several aspirants queued up to file their nomination papers, expressing optimism about securing party tickets.

Among the applicants was Jonson J. Sangma, a first-time candidate from the Garo community, who submitted his application for the 28 No. Boko–Choygaon (ST) Assembly constituency.

Sangma currently serves as Vice-Chairman of the Assam Pradesh Congress Committee Minority Department and has been associated with the Congress since 2001.

His candidature is being seen as politically significant, particularly in view of a direct contest with the Bharatiya Janata Party in a constituency marked by a diverse mix of tribal and non-tribal populations.

Speaking to the media after submitting his application in Guwahati, Sangma said he has been preparing seriously for the election for nearly a year.

He highlighted the unique geographical and social composition of the constituency, noting that one part lies close to the Brahmaputra Valley while another connects Goalpara district with Kamrup Metro, offering vast scope for development.

Expressing confidence, Sangma said he has been engaging regularly with voters and has received encouraging feedback.

“If I get the ticket, I will be very happy. I hope people will choose me as their representative,” he added.

Highlighting the importance of inclusive representation, Sangma said the Garo community received tribal status in 2003 and appealed for support from Rabha, Boro, Hajong, Koch-Rajbongshi, Bengali, Assamese and other communities, stressing that collective participation would benefit the constituency as a whole.

Several other aspirants also submitted applications on Monday, underscoring growing political activity within the Congress as the 2026 Assembly elections draw closer.

–IANS

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