'BJP Panicked, Sought Badruddin Ajmal's Help': Gaurav Gogoi On Nagaon Bypoll
Assam Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi claimed that the BJP, fearing a loss, approached AIUDF chief Badruddin Ajmal for assistance in the recent Nagaon by‑poll. He alleged that the two rival parties colluded to influence the outcome of the election.
- ✓Assam Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi claimed that the BJP, fearing a loss, approached AIUDF chief Badruddin Ajmal for assistance in the recent Nagaon by‑poll.
- ✓He alleged that the two rival parties colluded to influence the outcome of the election.
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Gaurav Gogoi, the president of the Assam Pradesh Congress Committee, publicly asserted that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) sought the help of All India United Democratic Front (AIUDF) leader Badruddin Ajmal ahead of the Nagaon assembly by‑poll. The statement was made during a press briefing in Guwahati, where Gogoi described the move as a sign of panic within the BJP ranks.
The by‑poll, held in the Nagaon constituency of Assam, attracted attention from state‑wide political actors as it was seen as a litmus test for the BJP’s standing ahead of upcoming state elections. While no vote counts or margins were disclosed, Gogoi highlighted that the BJP’s outreach to Ajmal represented an unusual tactical shift, given the historical rivalry between the two parties.
Political analysts note that the BJP’s alleged overture to AIUDF could reshape alliance dynamics in Assam, where AIUDF commands a significant voter base among the state's Muslim community. The claim, if substantiated, may affect public perception of both parties and influence voter behavior in future contests, underscoring the high stakes of coalition politics in the region.
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| Issuing Authority | NDTV India News |
|---|---|
| Topic Category | POLITICS |
| Jurisdiction | AS State |
| Publication Date | 15 September 2026 |