Guwahati: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has introduced its technique for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections in Assam, opting to contest 11 out of 14 seats whereas allocating the remaining three to its allies, the Asom Gana Parishad (AGP) and the United People’s Party Liberal (UPPL). This choice was disclosed by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma throughout a press convention held in Guwahati. “Yesterday, BJP state chief Bhabesh Kalita and I had a meeting with our national president J P Nadda, Union Home minister Amit Shah and our national general secretary B L Santosh, during which the seat-sharing was discussed,” he informed a press convention on the occasion headquarters right here.
Out of 14 LS seats in Assam, BJP to contest 11, AGP two, UPPL one: Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma in Guwahati
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Alliance Dynamics In Assam: AGP And UPPL’s Role
Under this association, the AGP will subject candidates within the Barpeta and Dhubri constituencies, whereas the UPPL will contest from Kokrajhar. Notably, each allies have dedicated to supporting one another’s candidates throughout all 14 constituencies within the state, reinforcing a collaborative electoral strategy.
Seat Allocation Negotiations
The choice on seat-sharing was reached after discussions between state BJP chief Bhabesh Kalita, Chief Minister Sarma, and senior occasion leaders together with nationwide president J P Nadda, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, and nationwide normal secretary B L Santosh. Sarma highlighted that whereas the UPPL requested the Kokrajhar seat, the AGP expressed curiosity in contesting extra seats. However, contemplating the directives from the central management, the AGP has accepted the allocation of two seats for the upcoming polls. “The AGP, which has its base across the state, wanted more seats. But, I conveyed to them the request of our central leadership to contest from two seats this time, and they have obliged us,” the CM mentioned. (*11*) he mentioned.
BJP Confident Of Win
Expressing optimism, Chief Minister Sarma conveyed confidence in securing victory in 11 out of the 14 constituencies. This formidable goal displays the BJP’s aspirations to strengthen its place in Assam, the place it at present holds 9 seats within the outgoing Lok Sabha. In distinction, neither the AGP nor the UPPL have illustration within the current parliament.
Assam’s Political Landscape
The Congress at present holds three seats in Assam’s Lok Sabha, with one seat belonging to the All India United Democratic Front (AIUDF), whereas one other is held by an impartial candidate. As Assam gears up for the upcoming elections, the BJP’s electoral technique and alliance dynamics will play a pivotal function in shaping the state’s political panorama.
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