Assam news & politics
The latest news from Assam, where Himanta Biswa Sarma (BJP) is Chief Minister. Most covered in the last 30 days: crime violence, protest opposition, infrastructure.
Devasish Sharma wins Nagaon Lok Sabha seat for BJP with 7,13,662 votes
On October 9, 2026, Devasish Sharma won the Nagaon Lok Sabha constituency for the BJP, receiving 7,13,662 votes. He defeated Mohammed Badruddin Ajmal of the AIUDF by 1,41,916 votes and Sibamoni Bora of the Congress. Himanta Biswa Sarma credited Narendra Modi's leadership, while Gaurav Gogoi alleged the ECI backed the rivals. The win brings the BJP to 10 out of 14 seats in Assam.
The Gauhati High Court granted bail to Amritprabha Mahanta, a co-singer of Zubeen Garg
The Gauhati High Court granted bail to Amritprabha Mahanta, a co-singer of Zubeen Garg, on a bond of Rs 50,000. She faced six charges, including murder under Section 103(1), criminal conspiracy under Section 61(2), and causing disappearance of evidence under Section 238 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. Garg died in Singapore on September 19, 2025. Senior Advocate Ziaul Kamar stated formalities remain pending.
Himanta Biswa Sarma requests "thorough, impartial" probe into 20-year-old Himashri Boro's death
Himanta Biswa Sarma, Assam Chief Minister, requested a "thorough, impartial and time-bound" probe from N. Chandrababu Naidu and Ashwini Vaishnaw on October 9, 2026. The investigation concerns the death of 20-year-old Himashri Boro, a B. Borooah College student whose body was found in Srikakulam district. She boarded the Dibrugarh Vivek Express at Visakhapatnam on October 5.
The Gauhati High Court granted bail to accused singer Amrit Prabha Mahanta
On October 9, 2026, the Gauhati High Court granted bail to accused singer Amrit Prabha Mahanta in the Zubeen Garg death case. Justice Pranjal Das ordered a ₹50,000 bond and two sureties. Special Public Prosecutor Ziaul Kamar stated she remains at Haflong jail. Other accused include Shekhar Jyoti Goswami, Shyamkanu Mahanta, Siddharth Sharma, Sandipan Garg, Nandeswar Bora, and Prabin Baishya.
Family alleges murder of 21-year-old student found dead near Srikakulam
Himashree Boro, a 21-year-old student from B. Barooah College, was found dead near Boddepalli in Srikakulam district on October 7, 2026. She boarded the Kanyakumari-Dibrugarh Vivek Express at 12.15 a.m. on October 6. While police suspect she fell from coach S2, her family alleges murder after she reported threats from drunken men. Srikakulam Superintendent of Police K.V. Maheswar Reddy, the GRP, and RPF are investigating.
BSF bus rams truck on NH27 in Assam; 32 personnel injured, driver killed
A bus carrying BSF personnel returning from election duty rammed into a truck on National Highway 27 in Howly, Barpeta district, Assam. The accident injured 32 personnel, with 14 admitted to Barpeta Medical College and Hospital (BMCH). One person remains in the ICU. Driver Samsul Hoque, 42, died instantly. Howly Police initiated a preliminary investigation into the collision.
Nagaon Lok Sabha bypoll vote counting begins for 15 candidates after Pradyut Bordoloi's resignation
Vote counting for the Nagaon Lok Sabha seat bypoll began at 8 a.m. on October 9, 2026, at Dawson Higher Secondary School and Government Boys' School. The contest involved 15 candidates, including Devasish Sharma, Sibamoni Bora, and Badruddin Ajmal. Following Pradyut Bordoloi's resignation, the October 6 election saw a 76.19% turnout from 19.05 lakh electors across 2,312 polling stations.
Gauhati High Court issues notices to Assam government over M.K. Yadava's "full powers"
The Gauhati High Court issued notices to the Assam government after activist Amarjyoti Choudhury filed a petition on October 5, 2026. The petition challenges the legal authority granting retired officer M.K. Yadava "full financial and administrative powers" as Special Chief Secretary (Forest). The court set November 4 for the next hearing regarding his appointment and tenure ending November 12.
20-year-old student found dead in Srikakulam forest after missing from Vivek Express
Himashree Boro, a 20-year-old student from B Borooah College and daughter of Manesware Boro, was found dead in a forested area near Malayapuram in Srikakulam district. She boarded the Vivek Express (Train No. 22503) at 11:50 pm on October 5 from Visakhapatnam. Her body was recovered after she went missing; police are currently investigating the cause of death.
Railway Protection Force detains 57 suspected Bangladeshis from Brahmaputra Mail train
The Railway Protection Force detained 57 suspected Bangladeshis from the Brahmaputra Mail train at Maligaon Kamakhya Railway station this evening. They allegedly fled from Srinagar in Jammu and Kashmir. Senior police officer Kulendra Nath Deka stated 17 others were arrested in Guwahati recently. On Tuesday, five more were caught from the Lokmanya Tilak Terminus Express after entering via Dawki, Meghalaya, on October 5.
Assam Congress accuses police of manhandling Ripun Bora during Guwahati protest
The Assam Congress accused police of manhandling former president Ripun Bora during a protest at Rajiv Bhawan in Guwahati on Thursday. The party protested police action against opposition MPs in Delhi on Wednesday. Workers, including social media co-chairperson Bornali Phukan, were allegedly assaulted by personnel using excessive force. The party plans to pursue legal action and seek damages.
Raijor Dal protests at Himanta Biswa Sarma's residence demanding CBI inquiry into man-made floods
On Thursday, the Raijor Dal held a protest outside Himanta Biswa Sarma's residence in Guwahati’s Minister's Colony. Protesters demanded financial assistance and a CBI inquiry into man-made flood factors affecting Sivasagar, Charaideo, and Jorhat. Police detained several people, including Bidyut Saikia of Krishak Mukti Sangram Samiti and Dhoirya Konwar. The party demanded enhanced compensation for damaged homes, agricultural land, and infrastructure.
