Archive · 8 Aug 2025
AGP Forms Bongaigaon Council with Congress, BJP Upset
In Assam, the AGP party joined forces with the Congress to run the Bongaigaon Zila Parishad, a local government body.
This was unexpected because AGP is usually allied with the BJP, which also wanted to control the council.
The AGP didn't have enough seats on its own, but with the help of the Congress and an independent member, they secured control.
The BJP is unhappy about this and might rethink its partnership with AGP.
This event could change how the different parties work together in the future.
Asom Gana Parishad (AGP) formed an alliance with the Congress to control the Bongaigaon Zila Parishad.
The AGP secured 4 seats, the Congress 2, and an independent extended support.
This alliance bypassed the BJP, which also had 4 seats and was hoping for independent support.
The BJP leadership is reportedly unhappy and considering a review of their alliance with the AGP.
Political analysts suggest the move indicates a potential shift in Assam's political landscape.
- Who
- AGP, Congress, and BJP.
- What
- AGP formed a coalition with Congress to control Bongaigaon Zila Parishad.
- When
- Recent political development.
- Where
- Bongaigaon, Assam.
- Why
- AGP needed support to control the Zila Parishad.
AGP
BJP
Alliance Partnership
AGP
Aligning with Congress to secure control of the Zila Parishad.
BJP
Unhappy with the AGP's decision to ally with Congress.
- AGP Seats
- 4
- Congress Seats
- 2
- BJP Seats
- 4
- Zila Parishad
- Bongaigaon
- Alliance
- AGP-Congress