Himanta Biswa Sarma will be sworn in for a second consecutive term as Chief Minister of Assam on May 12, 2026 [1].
The ceremony marks the consolidation of power for the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in the state. This second term follows a victory that secured the party a third consecutive term in the state assembly [2].
The event is scheduled to begin around 11 a.m. [3] at the Veterinary College Field in Khanapara, Guwahati [4]. Organizers expect the gathering to draw over 100,000 people [3].
Sarma was unanimously elected as the leader of the BJP legislative party and the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) following the election results [2]. The swearing-in ceremony is expected to include a high-profile guest list, featuring Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Amit Shah, and U.S. Ambassador Sergio Gor [5].
Alongside the Chief Minister, four new ministers have been announced to join the administration [3]. The new appointees include Rameswar Teli, Atul Bora, Charan Boro, and Ajanta Neog [3].
The scale of the event reflects the strategic importance of Assam within the NDA's regional framework. By hosting a diplomatic figure like the U.S. ambassador, the administration signals an intent to elevate the state's international profile and economic ties.
“Himanta Biswa Sarma will be sworn in for a second consecutive term as Chief Minister of Assam”
Sarma's return to power ensures continuity in the BJP's policy direction for Assam. The presence of both top national leadership and a U.S. diplomatic representative suggests that the state government is positioning itself as a key hub for both national security and international investment in Northeast India.
