Guwahati, April 8: In a significant development ahead of the Assam Assembly elections, Suren Daimari, the Indian National Congress (INC) candidate from the Udalguri (ST) constituency, has withdrawn his nomination and resigned from the party.
The move is seen as a setback for the Indian National Congress, raising concerns over internal cohesion and electoral strategy in the region.
Daimari was earlier set to contest against Dipen Boro of the United People’s Party Liberal (UPPL) and Rihon Daimary of the Bodoland People’s Front (BPF). Following his withdrawal, the contest in Udalguri is now expected to be a direct fight between the UPPL and the BPF.
Polling for the 2026 Assam Assembly elections is scheduled for April 9, with counting of votes to take place on May 2.
Daimari’s last-minute exit introduces fresh uncertainty in the tribal-dominated constituency and may have a bearing on the Congress party’s overall performance in the region.
