Former Assam Congress Chief Bhupen Borah Joins BJP Ahead of Assembly Elections

Former Assam Congress chief Bhupen Kumar Borah resigned from the Congress in mid-February 2026, citing internal party differences and dissatisfaction with leadership, particularly with MP Rakibul Hussain and Gaurav Gogoi. Despite efforts by Congress leaders, including Rahul Gandhi, to retain him, Borah joined the ruling BJP on February 22 at a function in Guwahati. Several other former Congress leaders also switched to BJP. Assam is set to hold Assembly elections in March-April 2026, with BJP welcoming Borah as a key addition ahead of the polls, while Congress downplays the impact of his departure.