Bhupen Kumar Borah of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) emerged victorious in the Bihpuria Assembly constituency in Assam, securing a total of 73,050 votes. He defeated Congress candidate Narayan Bhuyan by a decisive margin of 8,236 votes. The election results for 2026 have brought this key seat into focus, highlighting the political dynamics in the state.
Bihpuria Constituency Overview
Bihpuria is one of the 126 Assembly constituencies in Assam. It is a general category seat located in Lakhimpur district and is among the nine Assembly segments under the Tezpur Lok Sabha constituency. The constituency has witnessed a high level of voter engagement, with the state going to assembly polls on April 9 for all 126 constituencies, recording a turnout of over 85%. High voter participation was seen not only in rural belts but also in urban centres, reflecting widespread civic engagement.
Previous Election Results
In the 2021 Assam Assembly elections, the constituency had 1,53,050 registered voters, with 1,21,526 valid votes cast. The BJP candidate Dr Amiya Kumar Bhuyan won the seat with 58,979 votes. Congress candidate Bhupen Kumar Borah finished second with 48,801 votes, losing by a margin of 10,178 votes. In the 2016 Assembly elections, Bihpuria had 1,31,665 electors, with 1,09,694 valid votes recorded. BJP candidate Debananda Hazarika won the seat with 66,563 votes, defeating INC candidate Bhupen Kumar Borah, who secured 40,376 votes.
Current Political Scenario
Assam’s Bihpuria constituency was set for a contest between BJP’s Bhupen Kumar Borah and Congress nominee Narayan Bhuyan. According to various exit polls, the BJP-led alliance was expected to win a comfortable majority, paving the way for Himanta Biswa Sarma’s return as chief minister. The results have confirmed the BJP's stronghold in the region, with Borah's victory adding to the party's tally.
Other Election Highlights
In the broader context of the 2026 elections, several key developments have emerged. Vijay’s TVK party has emerged as a formidable force in Tamil Nadu, pushing DMK and AIADMK to the margins. In West Bengal, the BJP may oust Mamata Banerjee, while in Assam, the BJP is expected to retain power. The TOI News Desk continues to provide comprehensive coverage of the election results, including live updates, winner lists, constituency-wise results, and party-wise trends for Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, Kerala, Assam, and Puducherry.
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