The BJP-led National Democratic Alliance won a sweeping victory in the Assam state elections on Monday, May 4, 2026.

This result solidifies the current administration's control over the state and reinforces the influence of the BJP in northeast India. The magnitude of the win suggests a strong mandate for the alliance's current policy direction.

Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma celebrated the results in Guwahati, where he thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his support. The BJP-led NDA secured 102 of 126 seats [1] in the Assam Legislative Assembly.

Data indicates that the BJP experienced a five percent positive vote swing [2] during this election cycle. The victory was marked by significant losses for the opposition, including Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi, who lost the Jorhat seat [3].

Sarma said the national leadership played a role in the campaign. He appeared in public showing a victory sign as the final tallies were confirmed. The alliance's performance across the state demonstrates a consolidation of power that limits the ability of opposition parties to challenge the government in the assembly.

Officials said the scale of the win provides the government with a stable majority to implement its legislative agenda without relying on fragile coalitions. The results reflect a continued trend of electoral dominance for the NDA in the region.

“The BJP-led NDA secured 102 of 126 seats in the Assam Legislative Assembly.”

The victory ensures that the BJP-led NDA maintains a commanding majority in the Assam Legislative Assembly, reducing the likelihood of legislative deadlock. By securing over 80% of the available seats, the alliance has marginalized the opposition, specifically the Congress party, and strengthened the political alignment between the state government in Guwahati and the central government in New Delhi.