Himanta Biswa Sarma Set for Second Term as Assam CM; Massive Swearing-In Event Planned in Guwahati
- byManasavi
- 12 May, 2026
Himanta Biswa Sarma is set to take oath as the Chief Minister of Assam for a second consecutive term after the Bharatiya Janata Party-led NDA secured a major victory in the state assembly elections. The grand swearing-in ceremony will be held in Guwahati, where large-scale preparations and tight security arrangements have already been put in place.
The oath-taking event is expected to become one of the biggest political gatherings in Assam in recent years, with several top national leaders likely to attend. The BJP is presenting the ceremony as a symbol of its growing influence and continued political dominance in Northeast India.
Massive Preparations Underway in Guwahati
The swearing-in ceremony is scheduled to take place at Khanapara in Guwahati, where extensive arrangements have reportedly been made for political leaders, party workers, security personnel, and supporters.
Authorities have declared the entire area a high-security zone ahead of the event. Senior BJP leaders and VIP guests are expected to arrive from across the country, leading to heightened security and administrative monitoring throughout the city.
According to reports, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, and BJP national president J. P. Nadda are likely to attend the ceremony.
NDA Returns to Power for Third Consecutive Term
The BJP-led NDA alliance delivered an impressive performance in the Assam Assembly elections, successfully returning to power for a third straight term.
Out of the 126 assembly seats in the state, the NDA reportedly won 102 seats, further strengthening its political position in Assam.
The BJP alone secured 82 seats, reinforcing its dominance in the region and showcasing the popularity of Himanta Biswa Sarma’s leadership.
Political analysts believe the alliance benefited from a combination of:
- Development-focused campaigning
- Strong organizational strategy
- Law and order initiatives
- Effective coalition management
- Weak opposition performance in several regions
The victory is being viewed as a major achievement for the BJP in Northeast India.
Himanta Biswa Sarma to Continue as Chief Minister
With the strong electoral mandate, Himanta Biswa Sarma will now begin his second consecutive term as Chief Minister.
Since assuming office earlier, Sarma has emerged as one of the BJP’s most prominent leaders in the Northeast and has played a significant role in expanding the party’s regional influence.
Supporters credit him for strengthening infrastructure, improving administrative outreach, and maintaining political momentum across the state.
Four Senior Leaders to Take Oath as Ministers
Ahead of the swearing-in ceremony, Himanta Biswa Sarma also announced the names of four senior leaders who are expected to join the new cabinet as ministers.
The leaders include:
- Rameswar Teli
- Atul Bora
- Charan Boro
- Ajanta Neog
All four are expected to take the oath of office in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other senior BJP leaders.
Ranjeet Das Named for Speaker’s Position
Senior MLA Ranjeet Kumar Dass has also reportedly been chosen as the NDA’s candidate for the Speaker post in the Assam Legislative Assembly.
The announcement signals the beginning of the BJP-led government’s new administrative structure following the election victory.
BJP Positioning Assam Victory as Major Northeast Achievement
The BJP leadership is projecting the Assam election victory as another major milestone in the party’s efforts to strengthen its influence across Northeast India.
Party leaders believe the consecutive electoral success demonstrates growing public trust in the NDA’s governance model in the region.
The swearing-in ceremony is therefore expected to serve not only as a constitutional event but also as a political show of strength ahead of future regional and national elections.
Focus Now Shifts to New Cabinet and Governance Agenda
With the formation of the new government, public attention is now turning toward cabinet portfolios, upcoming policy decisions, and the administration’s future priorities.
Issues such as infrastructure development, employment generation, law and order, flood management, and economic growth are expected to remain key focus areas for the new Assam government.
Political observers will also closely watch how the NDA balances governance with its long-term expansion strategy in the Northeast during Himanta Biswa Sarma’s second term as Chief Minister.





