Congress leader Jitendra Singh has resigned as the party's in-charge for Assam, expressing deep disappointment over the outcome of the recent state assembly elections. The Congress party managed to secure only 19 out of the 101 seats it contested, with a vote share of 29.84 percent.
Resignation and Reaction
In his resignation letter, Singh described the results as deeply disappointing and took moral responsibility for the party's performance. He stated that the outcome was far below expectations and that he could not continue in his role given the mandate. The Congress leadership has yet to formally accept his resignation.
Election Performance
The Congress party's performance in Assam was a significant setback, as it had hoped to improve upon its previous tally. The party's vote share of 29.84% was insufficient to challenge the ruling coalition. Analysts attribute the defeat to a combination of factors, including organizational weaknesses and the popularity of incumbent parties.
Singh's resignation comes amid a broader review of the party's electoral strategy in the northeastern state. The Congress is expected to appoint a new in-charge for Assam in the coming weeks as part of efforts to rebuild and prepare for future elections.
