BJP Banks On Organisational Strength, Welfare Push Amid Anti-Incumbency In Assam
The ruling BJP-led NDA in Assam will enter the upcoming elections to the 126-member assembly banking on its governance record, organisational strength and a divided opposition. In terms of strengths the BJP has been on the rise in the state since the 2014 Lok Sabha polls. It came to power in Assam for the first time in 2016 by winning 60 seats. In 2021 it improved its tally to 64. The party has launched various welfare schemes targeting different sections of society. Development projects undertaken in recent years and the signing of several peace accords with insurgent groups are also being highlighted by the BJP as key achievements. Sarma has an assertive political style and the party's top leadership, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi have repeatedly visited the state – helping reinforce its "double-engine government" pitch.
