‘Done Deal’: CM Himanta Biswa Sarma on NDA Seat-Sharing for Assam Polls
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma announced on Sunday that the seat-sharing arrangement among National Democratic Alliance (NDA) constituents for the upcoming Assam assembly elections is officially a “done deal.”
Details of the NDA Alliance
– The NDA coalition in Assam comprises key players, including:
– Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)
– Asom Gana Parishad (AGP)
– United People’s Party Liberal (UPPL)
– Bodoland People’s Front (BPF)
– Additional members within the NDA, such as Rabha Hasong Joutha Sangram Samiti (RHJSS) and Janashakti Party (JP), do not currently hold any seats in the assembly.
Sarma emphasized the coalition’s completion, stating, “Our NDA alliance is complete. We know who will contest where; it is a done deal. There is no issue in stitching the alliance.” He further mentioned that once all processes are finalized, the state leadership plans to meet Union Home Minister Amit Shah to present a list of potential candidates.
Timeline and Background
On January 7, Sarma indicated that the BJP was aiming to formalize its seat-sharing agreement with its allies by February 15. The elections for the 126-member assembly are anticipated to occur in March-April, marking the first election following the recent delimitation exercise completed in 2023. This process has altered many electoral boundaries, complicating the political landscape for both ruling and opposition factions.
Current Assembly Composition
– BJP: 64 members
– AGP: 9 members
– UPPL: 7 members
– BPF: 3 members
In the opposition, the composition includes:
– Congress: 26 MLAs
– AIUDF: 15 MLAs
– CPI(M): 1 MLA
– Independent: 1 legislator
The upcoming assembly elections will play a significant role in shaping Assam’s political future.
Conclusion
With the NDA alliance firmly established as a “done deal”, the focus shifts to candidate selection and preparations for the electoral campaign. As the deadline approaches, the political dynamics in Assam will undoubtedly intensify, making these elections crucial for all parties involved.