ASOM Names New Leader Amid Congress Exit

Following the resignation of Bhupen Kumar Borah, ASOM appointed Ajit Kumar Bhuyan as its new head, vowing to continue its fight against the BJP without Congress. The alliance accused Congress of deception by fielding a candidate for Behali, which was designated for an ally.

The Asom Sonmilito Morcha (ASOM) finds itself navigating turbulent political waters as it appoints a new leader, Rajya Sabha MP Ajit Kumar Bhuyan. This comes in the wake of state Congress chief Bhupen Kumar Borah stepping down due to tensions over seat-sharing arrangements.

ASOM, originally led by Congress in a coalition to oppose the BJP, has resolved to press on without Congress. Lurinjyoti Gogoi, ASOM's general secretary, announced the changes during a press briefing, emphasizing the alliance's determination to continue its political battle.

ASOM accused Congress of betrayal after it fielded a candidate in Behali, a seat promised to an ASOM ally. This has sparked a rift ahead of crucial bypolls in five Assembly constituencies, where ASOM aims to maintain unity against the ruling forces.

(With inputs from agencies.)