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BJP names 88 candidates for Assam polls, drops 18 sitting MLAs

The ruling BJP has announced its candidates for the upcoming Assam Assembly elections. The party has released a list of 88 nominees, dropping 18 sitting MLAs. Several prominent leaders have been excluded, while new faces and defectors from other parties have been given tickets. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma will contest from Jalukbari. Six women candidates are in the fray.

20 Mar 2026 12:16 am