Chamaria Assembly Elections 2026: Rekibuddin Ahmed wins for Congress, registers 78,696-vote lead

In Chamaria, Rekibuddin Ahmed of Congress secured a landslide victory, polling 1,49,720 votes and defeating AIUDF’s Imdad Hussain by a massive margin of 78,696 votes. AGP’s Md Nurul Islam finished a distant third with 9,570 votes, as the constituency delivered an emphatic mandate in favour of Congress.Chamaria is one of the 126 assembly constituencies in Assam. It was newly formed in 2023 after delimitation. It is a part of Kamrup district.In 2026, assembly elections BJP fielded Arup Kumar Dey against Congress’s Rajat Kanti SahaThe constituency is largely rural, with agriculture serving as the primary source of livelihood for a significant section of the population. Its proximity to Guwahati has also influenced gradual socio-economic changes, including improved connectivity and access to markets.The demographic composition of Chamaria is diverse, with a significant presence of minority communities alongside other ethnic and social groups. This diversity plays a key role in shaping the political landscape, often leading to closely contested elections. Voting patterns in the constituency are influenced by a combination of community dynamics, party alliances, and local leadership, making it an important seat in the region.Key issues in Chamaria assembly constituency typically include flood and erosion management due to its location near the Brahmaputra River, along with infrastructure development, road connectivity, and access to healthcare and education. Employment opportunities, agricultural support, and welfare scheme implementation also remain central to electoral debates, with political parties focusing on both development and community-specific concerns during campaigns.The estimated voter turnout in Chamaria Assembly constituency of Assam was 93.66% till 7pm in comparison to 2021 which was 81.8%. Assam’s 2026 assembly elections recorded a historic voter turnout of 85.9% by evening on April 9, the highest since the state’s first polls in 1951, with large numbers of people turning out to vote despite rain. This marks the highest turnout in the state’s history, surpassing the previous highs of 84.67% in 2016 and 82.04% in 2021.According to ED data, women recorded a voter turnout of 86.5% in the 2026 assembly elections, over a percentage point higher than men at 85.3%. This also marks the highest-ever female participation in the state.