Archive · 13 Nov 2025
Assam Opposition Revives Alliance, CM Sarma Dismisses Chances Against BJP
Leaders of several political parties in Assam, who are not currently in power, have come together again to form an alliance for the next state elections in 2026.
They want to work as a team to try and defeat the ruling BJP party.
They said their goal is to protect Assam and fight against what they call unfair leadership.
However, the current Chief Minister of Assam, from the BJP party, doesn't think this new alliance will be successful.
He believes the opposition doesn't have enough public support and that people can see the good work his party has done.
He also made personal attacks on some opposition leaders, even bringing up old accusations.
This situation suggests that the upcoming election campaign in Assam will be very lively and possibly divided.
Seven opposition parties in Assam, including Congress, have revived the Asom Sonmilito Morcha to contest the 2026 Assembly elections.
The alliance aims to counter the BJP's dominance and safeguard Assam's integrity against alleged authoritarian governance.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma dismissed the opposition alliance, claiming it lacks public support and has no chance against the BJP.
Sarma also made personal attacks on opposition leaders, reiterating allegations against Gaurav Gogoi and his family.
The revival of the Morcha, despite previous internal rifts, signals a heated political build-up to the 2026 Assam elections.
- Who
- Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and leaders of seven opposition parties, including Congress, AJP, and Raijor Dal.
- What
- CM Sarma attacked the revived Asom Sonmilito Morcha alliance, dismissing their chances in the 2026 Assembly elections and leveling personal allegations against opposition leaders.
- When
- Thursday, November 13th (reportedly).
- Where
- Assam.
- Why
- CM Sarma's comments were in response to the revival of the opposition alliance aimed at challenging the BJP's dominance in the upcoming 2026 Assembly polls.
Opposition Parties (Asom Sonmilito Morcha)
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma (BJP)
Alliance Strength and Public Support
Opposition Parties (Asom Sonmilito Morcha)
The revived Asom Sonmilito Morcha, comprising seven opposition parties including Congress, aims to contest the 2026 Assembly polls to challenge BJP's dominance. Opposition leaders state their unity is crucial for safeguarding Assam's integrity and countering authoritarian governance.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma (BJP)
Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma dismissed the alliance's chances, asserting it lacks public support and has no chance against the BJP. He contrasted the BJP's transparent governance with the opposition's secretive politics.
Personal Attacks and Allegations
Opposition Parties (Asom Sonmilito Morcha)
Opposition leaders are regrouping under a single banner to contest the upcoming polls.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma (BJP)
Sarma attacked specific opposition leaders, including Gaurav Gogoi, Lurinjyoti Gogoi, and Akhil Gogoi, referencing past election results. He also reiterated his previous allegations linking Gaurav Gogoi and his family to Pakistan's intelligence agency, the ISI.
- Alliance Name
- Asom Sonmilito Morcha
- Parties Involved
- Seven opposition parties, including Congress, Assam Jatiya Parishad (AJP), Raijor Dal, CPI(M).
- Stated Goal
- Jointly contest the 2026 Assembly polls to challenge BJP's dominance in Assam.
- Chief Minister's Stance
- Dismisses the alliance's chances against the BJP, citing lack of public support and past election trends.
- Key Opposition Leaders Attacked
- Gaurav Gogoi (Congress), Lurinjyoti Gogoi (AJP), Akhil Gogoi (Raijor Dal).
- Allegations
- CM Sarma repeated allegations linking Gaurav Gogoi and family to ISI.
Sources
Assam Opposition brews fresh unity over tea as CM mocks meet as ‘TV serial’
Opposition parties to contest Assam Assembly polls unitedly: Gaurav
Seven Opposition parties revive Asom Sonmilito Morcha to challenge BJP in 2026
Congress Holds Crucial Meeting With Leaders Of 7 Opposition Parties To Defeat BJP In 2026 Assam Assembly Elections
Assam Opposition takes another shot at unity, Congress talks about ‘taking the lead’
Assam: Congress, seven Opposition parties form alliance ahead of Assembly polls
