BJP fields 38 candidates for Silchar Municipal Corporation elections

The Assam branch of the Bharatiya Janata Party has released the names of 38 candidates who will contest the Silchar Municipal Corporation elections. The list was made public ahead of the municipal polls scheduled later this year. Each candidate has been allotted a ward in the corporation, covering the full set of contested seats. Party officials said the selection reflects a mix of experienced local leaders and new faces aimed at strengthening the BJP's presence in the city. The announcement comes as the BJP seeks to consolidate its foothold in Assam's urban local bodies ahead of the state‑wide electoral calendar.