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34 Candidates Contesting Assam By‑Polls for Five Assembly Seats
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🗓 02 Sep 2026, 03:36 AM
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The 2024 Assam by‑elections will see 34 candidates vying for five vacant assembly constituencies.
The Election Commission of India has announced by‑polls for five vacant seats in the Assam Legislative Assembly. These elections are being held to fill the positions left empty earlier this year.
A total of 34 candidates have filed nominations across the five constituencies, representing a mix of national parties, regional outfits and independent contenders.
Election officials have deployed standard polling infrastructure, and the schedule for voting will be communicated to the electorate in the coming days.
The contest is being closely watched as it may provide an early indication of voter sentiment ahead of the next full assembly election in the state.
A total of 34 candidates have filed nominations across the five constituencies, representing a mix of national parties, regional outfits and independent contenders.
Election officials have deployed standard polling infrastructure, and the schedule for voting will be communicated to the electorate in the coming days.
The contest is being closely watched as it may provide an early indication of voter sentiment ahead of the next full assembly election in the state.