In anticipation of the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, the Assam Congress has unveiled its list of candidates for the state’s parliamentary seats, marking a pivotal moment in the political landscape of the region. The announcement of candidates comes as parties gear up for a high-stakes electoral contest that will shape the trajectory of Assam’s representation in the national parliament.
Among the notable selections, the Assam Jatiya Parishad’s (AJP) Lurinjyoti Gogoi has been confirmed as the candidate for the Dibrugarh parliamentary constituency, signalling strategic collaboration between the Congress and its alliance partners to consolidate opposition forces against the ruling party.
In a strategic move, the Congress has allocated only one seat for its alliance, reserving Dibrugarh for the AJP’s Lurinjyoti Gogoi. This calculated decision underscores the importance of forging alliances and leveraging collective strength to mount a formidable challenge against the incumbent government.
However, the nomination for the Lakhimpur parliamentary seat remains pending, indicating ongoing deliberations within the party regarding the selection of the most suitable candidate for this crucial constituency.
The publication of the Congress candidates’ list, has sparked interest and scrutiny, affirming the party’s commitment to transparency and fair representation in the electoral process.
Here is the comprehensive list of final candidates announced by the Assam Congress for the Lok Sabha polls:
- Jorhat parliamentary constituency: Gaurav Gogoi
- Nowgong parliamentary constituency: Pradyut Bordoloi
- Gauhati parliamentary constituency: Mira Borthakur Goswami
- Silchar parliamentary constituency: Somya Kanti Sarkar
- Karimganj parliamentary constituency (SC): Hafiz Rashid Ahmed Choudhury
- Barpeta parliamentary constituency: Deep Bayan
- Diphu parliamentary constituency: Joyram Engleng
- Dhubri parliamentary constituency: Rakibul Hussain
- Dibrugarh parliamentary constituency: Lurinjyoti Gogoi (AJP)
- Kokrajhar parliamentary constituency (ST): Gorgan Mooshahary
- Darrang/Udalguri parliamentary constituency: Madhav Rajbongshi
- Sonitpur parliamentary constituency: Prem Lal Ganju
- Kaziranga parliamentary constituency: Roselina Tirkey
Each candidate represents a diverse cross-section of Assam’s socio-political fabric, bringing a wealth of experience and expertise to their respective constituencies. The Congress aims to harness this diverse talent pool to mobilize support and secure electoral victories across the state.
