The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has announced its second list of candidates for the upcoming Assam Assembly Elections 2026, reinforcing its decision to contest the polls independently without forming alliances.

The elections for the 126-member Assembly are scheduled to be held on April 9, with political activity intensifying across the state.

Second List of AAP Candidates

In its latest announcement, the Aam Aadmi Party has named six candidates:

• Ranu Mai Teronpi – Barhampur

• Biresh Difoesa – Diphu

• Pranab Priyangshu Dutta – Jorhat

• Saynul Haque – North Karimganj

• Elvin Baruah – Palashbari

• Ballav Patra – Dispur

The list was released by state prabhari Rajesh Sarma, signalling the party’s continued expansion efforts in Assam.

First List of Candidates Announced Earlier

Earlier, the party had released its first list of 14 candidates, including:

• Anurupa Dekaraja – Guwahati Central

• Renuka Timungpi – Bokajan

• Achyut Das – Naoboicha

• Tapan Gogoi – Sivasagar

• Zahidul Islam Khan – Chenga

• Ranjeet Boro – Nadua

• Pallav Saikia – Titabor

• Jinna Amir Hussain – East Goalpara

These announcements reflect AAP’s attempt to build a grassroots presence in the state.

AAP to Contest Solo in Assam

A key highlight of the party’s strategy is its decision to contest independently, without entering into alliances with other opposition parties.

This move is significant because:

• AAP has not yet opened its account in the Assam Assembly,

• It aims to establish itself as an alternative political force,

• The solo strategy reflects confidence in its organisational expansion.

Current Political Landscape in Assam

The Assam Assembly currently has the following composition:

• Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP): 64 seats

• Asom Gana Parishad (AGP): 9 seats

• United People's Party Liberal (UPPL): 7 seats

• Bodoland People's Front (BPF): 3 seats

Opposition parties include:

• Indian National Congress: 26 seats

• All India United Democratic Front (AIUDF): 15 seats

• Communist Party of India (Marxist): 1 seat

• One Independent MLA

Electoral Significance

The Assam elections will be crucial for all parties, especially for the Aam Aadmi Party, which is looking to:

• Make its electoral debut in the state Assembly,

• Expand beyond its traditional strongholds,

• Test its appeal in a politically diverse northeastern state.

Conclusion

With the announcement of its second list, the Aam Aadmi Party has stepped up its campaign for the Assam Assembly Elections 2026. By choosing to go solo, the party is taking a bold approach in a state dominated by established players like the Bharatiya Janata Party and the Indian National Congress.

As polling day approaches, it remains to be seen whether this strategy will help AAP secure its first-ever seat in the Assam Assembly.

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