Guwahati, March 23: Drumbeats, party flags and long processions set the tone on the final day of nomination filing for the Assam Assembly elections, as District Commissioner offices across the state turned into high-energy political hubs.

In Guwahati, candidates from the BJP, Congress and Independents arrived with large rallies, accompanied by traditional dance troupes and hundreds of supporters. Roads around the DC office saw heavy footfall as slogans filled the air and party workers jostled to be seen.

Amid the charged atmosphere, a lighter moment caught attention—BJP’s Diplu Ranjan Sharma and Congress candidate Santanu Bora were seen greeting each other and exchanging smiles, a rare pause in an otherwise intense contest.

Bora, contesting from New Guwahati, struck a personal note after filing his nomination.

“Today I have submitted my nomination paper and I hope the people will support me,” he said, recalling his two-decade journey through the Congress, from NSUI to Youth Congress. He also spoke about drawing inspiration from his father’s political career, adding that he hopes to serve the constituency with “honesty and commitment.”

In Dispur, BJP candidate Pradyut Bordoloi described his move to the party as a “new chapter,” expressing confidence of victory with the party’s backing.

In Upper Assam, Dibrugarh saw a coordinated show of strength from the BJP. Candidates including Taranga Gogoi, Bimal Borah, Chakradhar Gogoi, Binod Hazarika and Rameswar Teli filed their nominations together at the DC office, accompanied by Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal. Supporters waved flags and raised slogans as the leaders arrived.

“The people have already decided whom to vote for,” Sonowal said, expressing confidence that the BJP will form the next government.

Not all candidates chose the same approach.

In Guwahati Central, Asom Jatiya Parishad’s Kunki Chowdhury kept her nomination low-key, skipping a large rally and citing Election Commission guidelines to avoid overcrowding.

“I will follow the rules set by the authorities and seek the support of the people,” she said, positioning herself as a young voice focused on “people-first politics.”

In Jorhat, Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi began his day with visits to a gurdwara, temple, namghar, mosque and church before leading a nearly three-hour procession to file his nomination. Interacting with people along the way, he framed the election as a moment for greater accountability and change in governance.

With nominations now complete, the focus shifts from roadshows and processions to the campaign trail—where candidates will test whether today’s show of strength translates into votes.

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