Assam Elections 2001-2021: Congress Decline, BJP Rise, and 2026 Predictions

• Assam's electoral history from 2001-2021 shows a significant political transition from Congress dominance to BJP-led rise.
• Congress dominated till 2011, securing 71 seats in 2001 and 78 in 2011, but saw a sharp decline thereafter.
• BJP emerged as the single largest force from 2016 with 60 seats and retained power in 2021 with the same number.
• BJP's vote share surged from ~12% in 2011 to ~29% in 2016 and ~33% in 2021, while Congress's declined.
• For 2026, BJP holds an advantage, Congress faces challenges, and regional parties like AGP and AIUDF remain influential.