Assam Panchayat Elections 2025: Dates, Parties, Preparations, and Public Sentiment, অসম পঞ্চায়ত নিৰ্বাচন ২০২৫: তাৰিখ, দল, প্ৰস্তুতি, আৰু জনসাধাৰণৰ আৱেগ

Guwahati, April 12, 2025: The Assam State Election Commission (ASEC) has officially announced the Assam Panchayat Elections 2025, scheduled to take place in two phases on May 2 and May 7, 2025. The elections will cover 27 districts and are expected to play a crucial role in shaping grassroots governance and political momentum ahead of the 2026 Assam Assembly Elections.

Assam Panchayat Election 2025 Dates and Timeline

Voters in Assam will head to the polls on:

• May 2, 2025 – First Phase (14 districts including Tinsukia, Dibrugarh, Cachar)
• May 7, 2025 – Second Phase (13 districts including Kamrup, Nalbari)

Key dates as per ASEC:

• Last Date for Filing Nominations: April 11, 2025
• Scrutiny of Nominations: April 12, 2025
• Last Date for Withdrawal of Candidature: April 17, 2025 (by 3 PM)
• Counting of Votes: May 11, 2025

The Assam Government has declared public holidays on May 2 and May 7 in the respective districts to ensure smooth polling.

Major Political Parties Begin Campaigns

Political parties in Assam have started their election campaigns and booth-level preparations. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Indian National Congress, AIUDF, Asom Gana Parishad (AGP), and Raijor Dal are fielding candidates and conducting rallies and door-to-door outreach.

District Commissioners, like Ankur Bharali in Tezpur, are holding coordination meetings with party representatives to ensure free and fair elections.

Public Mood and Voter Sentiment

The general public in Assam is showing increased interest in the panchayat elections. Many see these elections as a preview to the 2026 Assembly Elections, where rural development, employment, education, and healthcare will dominate voter concerns. Analysts believe the Panchayat results will influence future electoral strategies.

ASEC Rules, Model Code of Conduct, and Candidate Eligibility

The Assam State Election Commission has enforced a Model Code of Conduct (MCC) to maintain transparency and prevent misuse of power. Key regulations include:

• Prohibition of government resource use for campaigns.
• Regulation of campaign materials, rallies, and advertisements.
• Mandatory adherence to eligibility norms, including age of marriage in line with the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act, 2006.

Candidates must follow the checklist issued by ASEC regarding qualification criteria, while voters should consult official voting guidelines available on the CEO Assam website.

Assam Panchayat Elections 2025

The 2025 Assam Panchayat Elections hold significant importance for local governance and political dynamics in the state. With active participation from political parties and growing voter enthusiasm, Assam is preparing for one of its most impactful grassroots elections.

Stay tuned for updates, polling booth details, and voter awareness campaigns.

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