Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde congratulated Assam Chief Minister-designate Himanta Biswa Sarma on securing a historic third consecutive term for the National Democratic Alliance (NDA), stating that the people of Assam have clearly voted for continued development and progress.
“The people of Assam have voted on the issue of development… therefore, I would like to express my gratitude to the people of this region. Furthermore, I extend my congratulations to Himanta Biswa Sarma, who is once again taking the oath of office and to his entire team, as they have now been granted the opportunity to accelerate the pace of development even further,” Shinde said in a self-recorded video message.
Shinde added that the people’s desire for development would be fulfilled under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and with the support of the ‘double-engine’ government in Assam. “Under the leadership of PM Modi and with the support of the ‘Double Engine’ government, the development that the people here desire will undoubtedly be realized…” he said.
Prior to the swearing-in ceremony in Guwahati on May 12, various Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leaders celebrated the NDA’s victory in Assam. Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha said the entire country is “brimming with positive energy” and described the atmosphere as one of widespread happiness. He noted that the BJP victory is a matter of great pride for the party, especially for the people of Tripura.
“This is a truly magnificent experience. Just two days ago, we attended the swearing-in ceremony in Bengal, and then on the 12th, we will attend the swearing-in ceremony here. The entire country is brimming with positive energy; everyone is happy. It is truly commendable that, with the blessings of the Prime Minister, the Bharatiya Janata Party is securing victories in one state after another. Therefore, this is a matter of great enthusiasm for us, and particularly in Tripura, it has brought immense joy,” Saha told ANI.
Asom Gana Parishad (AGP) president and MLA-elect from Bokakhat, Atul Bora, stated that the people of Assam will witness a golden era. “…The people of Assam have rewarded us with a massive mandate…We are confident that the next five years will be of paramount importance, and the people of Assam will witness a truly Golden Era,” Bora said.
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav congratulated the people on the formation of the NDA government in Assam for the third time. “I congratulate the people of Assam. Two days ago, we witnessed an amazing scene in Bengal, when Suvendu Adhikari took the oath (for the Chief Minister position), and now it’s Assam’s turn, where the BJP-NDA government is going to be formed for the third time…” Yadav told reporters.
The BJP’s winning candidate from the Duliajan constituency, Rameswar Teli, described the upcoming swearing-in ceremony as a historic day for him. “…I have won with a substantial number of votes. We work for the party… The party has decided that I, too, will take the oath (for the ministerial position) at tomorrow’s swearing-in ceremony… I thank the public… Tomorrow will be a historic day for me…” he said.
The oath-taking ceremony for the new Assam government is scheduled for May 12 in Guwahati and is expected to be attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Defense Minister Rajnath Singh, senior Union ministers, and chief ministers and deputy chief ministers from several NDA-ruled states.
This follows the decisive victory of the BJP-led NDA in the Assam Assembly elections, securing a third consecutive term by winning 102 seats in the 126-member assembly. The BJP won 82 seats, while alliance partners Asom Gana Parishad (AGP) and Bodoland People’s Front (BPF) secured 10 seats each.
In contrast, the opposition Congress-led alliance won 19 seats. Raijor Dal and the All India United Democratic Front (AIUDF) obtained two seats each, the Trinamool Congress (TMC) secured one seat, and the Assam Jatiya Parishad (AJP) did not win any seats.
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