A dramatic pre-election twist unfolds in Assam as Bhupen Kumar Bora, once at the helm of the state Congress, prepares to embrace BJP on February 22 following a key interaction with Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma.
The Tuesday meeting at Bora’s Ghoramara abode in Guwahati, marked by traditional honors, swiftly followed his Congress exit. Congress’s retention bids, including resignation delays, proved futile.
Sarma’s prior endorsements and poll seat promises fueled the buzz. Amid Congress’s turmoil—riddled with disputes and disarray—Bora’s jump is a strategic windfall for BJP.
Experts argue it fortifies BJP’s position, enfeebling Congress’s campaign machinery. This portends fresh political configurations, influencing seat contests and public opinion.
As the date nears, Assam’s arena braces for intensified rivalries, with Bora’s integration likely accelerating BJP’s momentum toward electoral triumph.