NDA to Form Assam Govt for Third Term on May 12

The BJP-led National Democratic Alliance will form Assam's new government for a third consecutive term with a swearing-in ceremony on May 12 at 11 a.m. at the Veterinary Field in Khanapara, Guwahati. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend as chief guest, joined by Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Union Minister JP Nadda, Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, chief ministers and deputy chief ministers from other NDA-ruled states, and several senior Union ministers.

Assam BJP President Dilip Saikia announced the details, noting that more than 100,000 people are expected to attend amid widespread public enthusiasm. "The oathtaking ceremony will happen on May 12th at 1100 AM. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will grace the occasion as the Chief Guest," Saikia told reporters. He added that party workers and supporters from across the state are preparing for a large gathering at the open venue.

The ceremony follows the NDA's victory in the recent assembly elections, where the alliance secured 102 seats in the 126-member house. The BJP won 82 seats on its own, while allies Asom Gana Parishad and Bodoland People's Front each took 10. The opposition, including the Congress-led alliance,...