Tezpur assembly polls 2026: Prithiraj Rava of AGP won against Alok Nath of Raijor Dal

Prithiraj Rava of the AJP emerged victorious in the election, securing a total of 79140 votes. He defeated Raijor Dal candidate Alok Nath by a decisive margin of 19950 votes.Tezpur, the headquarters of Sonitpur district, continues to hold its reputation as the “Cultural Capital of Assam” and remains a key urban-centric political seat where voters place strong emphasis on education and heritage.In the 2026 assembly elections, Prithiraj Rava is contesting as the AGP/NDA candidate and seeking to defend his position. He faces competition from Nayan Moni Choudhury of the Socialist Unity Centre of India (Communist), making the contest a multi-faceted political battle.The constituency has a long political history, having been a Congress stronghold for nearly five decades before shifting towards the Asom Gana Parishad (AGP). In the 2021 Assembly election, Prithiraj Rava of the AGP, son of the renowned cultural icon Bishnu Prasad Rabha, secured victory with 47.69% of the vote, helping the NDA retain control of this prestige seat.Tezpur’s electorate is notably highly literate and distinctly urban in character. It comprises urban professionals, a significant Marwari and Bengali-speaking business community, and indigenous Assamese residents. This diverse demographic contributes to a politically aware voter base that engages with issues beyond traditional rural concerns.Political discussions in Tezpur are largely centred around urban development challenges. Key concerns include improving drainage systems to prevent flash floods, addressing youth unemployment, and preserving the city’s historical and cultural heritage sites, including Agnigarh. The constituency’s educated electorate ensures that electoral debates remain focused on development-oriented and policy-driven issues.