Guwahati: In a significant development ahead of the 2026 Assam Assembly elections, former MLA Manoranjan Das has resigned from the Indian National Congress after being denied a party ticket for the 26 No. Bajali Assembly constituency.
Das, who had been associated with the Congress since December 2017, submitted his resignation to the Assam Pradesh Congress Committee, expressing disappointment over the party’s decision.
In his resignation letter, he indicated that he intends to contest the upcoming election through alternative means, hinting at the possibility of entering the fray as an independent candidate or aligning with another party.
The move underscores growing internal dissatisfaction within the Congress ranks in Assam, particularly among grassroots leaders who feel sidelined in the ticket distribution process.
Political observers believe Das’s departure could have an impact on the party’s prospects in Bajali, where he has maintained a considerable support base over the years.
Das also made his resignation public on social media, drawing attention from supporters and sparking reactions within political circles.
With election preparations gathering pace, developments such as these underline the challenges faced by major parties in balancing internal aspirations while striving to maintain organisational unity.
The Bajali constituency is now expected to witness a more competitive contest in the run-up to the polls.