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Himanta Biswa Sarma to Take Oath as Assam Chief Minister for Second Term on May 12, 2026

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Himanta Biswa Sarma is set to be sworn in as the Chief Minister of Assam for a second consecutive term on May 12, 2026. This follows the decisive victory of the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) in the Assam Legislative Assembly elections, where they secured 102 seats out of 126, surpassing the majority mark of 64. Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya appointed Sarma as Chief Minister on May 10, 2026. The oath-taking ceremony will be held at Veterinary College Field, Khanapara, Guwahati, with prominent leaders like Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah expected to attend.

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Key Facts

  • Himanta Biswa Sarma to take oath as Chief Minister of Assam on 12 May 2026 at 11:40 AM.
  • The BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) won 102 out of 126 seats in the Assam Legislative Assembly elections, well above the majority mark of 64 seats.
  • Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya appointed Himanta Biswa Sarma as Chief Minister on 10 May 2026 after he staked claim to form the government.
  • The oath-taking ceremony will be held at the Veterinary College Field, Khanapara, Guwahati.
  • Prominent leaders such as Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, and BJP President Nitin Nabin are expected to attend.

Background & Context

Himanta Biswa Sarma, previously a senior Congress leader, joined the BJP in 2015 and became the Chief Minister of Assam in 2021. Under his leadership, the BJP has strengthened its position in the northeast region. The NDA alliance in Assam includes the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Asom Gana Parishad (AGP), and Bodoland People's Front (BPF). The collective strength of NDA in the 126-member Assam Legislative Assembly stands at 102 seats, comprising 82 BJP, 10 AGP, and 10 BPF members.

Article 164 of the Constitution of India governs the appointment of the Chief Minister and other ministers in a state. The Governor of Assam, acknowledging the majority support in the assembly, appointed Sarma accordingly.

Why This Matters for Exams

This political event reflects the consolidation of BJP's power in Assam and the northeast region, marking Himanta Biswa Sarma as the first non-Congress leader in Assam to serve two consecutive terms as Chief Minister. Understanding this event provides insight into state-level governance, constitutional provisions related to the appointment of Chief Ministers (Article 164), and political developments in India’s northeastern states, which are frequent topics in exams on Indian polity and current affairs.

Points to Remember

  • Oath-taking date: 12 May 2026
  • Assam Legislative Assembly total seats: 126
  • NDA total seats won: 102 (BJP 82, AGP 10, BPF 10)
  • Majority mark: 64 seats
  • Governor: Lakshman Prasad Acharya
  • Venue: Veterinary College Field, Khanapara, Guwahati
  • Article 164 of the Constitution governs appointment of Chief Minister and ministers
  • Prominent attendees: PM Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, BJP President Nitin Nabin
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