Himanta Biswa Sarma took the oath of office as the chief minister of Assam on May 12, 2026 [1].
The reappointment marks a significant shift in the state's political history, cementing the dominance of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and its allies in the region. Sarma is now the first non-Congress leader to serve two consecutive terms as the chief minister of Assam [4].
The swearing-in ceremony took place at the Khanapara Veterinary College Field in Guwahati [1]. The Governor of Assam administered the oath to Sarma and four other ministers [2]. The event served as a high-profile gathering for the National Democratic Alliance (NDA), with more than 40 NDA chief ministers and deputy chief ministers in attendance [3].
Sarma's return to power follows a massive victory for the BJP-led NDA alliance in the Assam Assembly elections [5]. The scale of the win allowed for a swift government formation process, which was attended by senior leadership including Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Amit Shah [4].
The event highlighted the strategic importance of the northeast region to the NDA's broader political goals. By securing a second consecutive term [1], Sarma maintains a leadership position that has focused on consolidating the alliance's influence across the state's diverse demographics.
The ceremony in Guwahati served as both a formal administrative transition and a demonstration of political strength. With the support of the AGP and BPF, the new government enters its second term with a reinforced mandate from the electorate [1].
“Sarma is now the first non-Congress leader to serve two consecutive terms as the chief minister of Assam.”
Sarma's second consecutive term represents a break from the historical dominance of the Congress party in Assam. The presence of over 40 regional leaders at the ceremony underscores the BJP's effort to integrate northeast India more deeply into its national political framework, utilizing the state as a stronghold for the NDA alliance.
