Opposition parties in Assam have urged the Congress to be flexible in seat-sharing talks for the 2026 Assembly elections, following the state Congress president's announcement that his party will contest 100 out of 126 seats. Leaders from parties like CPI(M) and CPI expressed optimism for an amicable arrangement through behind-the-scenes negotiations, emphasizing the need for an accommodative spirit to defeat the BJP-led NDA. They believe a proper dialogue can resolve seat-sharing issues without media attention.