Ex-Assam Congress president Bhupen Borah to join BJP on Feb 22: CM Himanta Biswa Sarma

In a significant political development ahead of the upcoming elections in Assam, former Assam Congress president Bhupen Borah is set to join the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on February 22, according to Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. Borah, who recently resigned from the Congress party, sparked speculation when he retracted his resignation just hours later. This move has added to the political intrigue in a state gearing up for elections, with parties intensifying their campaigns and strategies. Borah's shift to the BJP could have implications for the Congress party's standing in Assam, as the region has seen fluctuating political loyalties and alliances in recent years. The BJP, which has steadily gained traction in Assam, is likely to welcome Borah's experience and influence as it seeks to consolidate its power in the state. As the electoral landscape evolves, all eyes will be on the reactions from both the Congress and BJP camps following this announcement.