Assam’s 2026 Assembly elections kicked off with Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma filing his nomination from Jalukbari. Ahead of submitting his papers, Sarma led a rally spanning 5.6 km from Khanapara to Hengrabari, drawing large crowds of supporters. Alongside BJP candidates, Congress and other opposition leaders also filed their nominations, signalling the start of an intense electoral contest across the state. Key constituencies are set to witness tight battles, making the upcoming polls a critical test for both ruling and opposition parties.