NEW DELHI: Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday took oath as Assam chief minister for a second consecutive term, strengthening the BJP-led NDA’s hold over the northeastern state after its sweeping victory in the assembly elections.At 57, Sarma became the first non-Congress leader in Assam to return as chief minister for a second straight term.Lakshman Prasad Acharya administered the oath of office and secrecy to Sarma and four other legislators at a grand ceremony held at the Veterinary College Field in Khanapara, Guwahati.The four legislators sworn in alongside Sarma were BJP leaders Ajanta Neog and Rameshwar Teli, along with Atul Bora of the AGP and Charan Boro of the Bodoland People’s Front (BPF). Neog, Bora and Boro were part of Sarma’s previous cabinet, while Teli has returned to state politics after serving as a Union minister.PM Modi, top NDA leaders attend ceremonyPrime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Guwahati on Monday night ahead of the swearing-in ceremony and attended the event along with several senior BJP and NDA leaders.PM Modi was received at the Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport by Sarma and other BJP leaders.Union home minister Amit Shah, defence minister Rajnath Singh and BJP national president Nitin Nabin were among the senior leaders present.Several Union ministers, including Sarbananda Sonowal, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Jyotiraditya Scindia and Chirag Paswan also attended the ceremony.Chief ministers and deputy chief ministers from BJP-ruled states, top industrialists, Satradhikars and party workers were also present at the event. Officials said more than one lakh people attended the ceremony. The BJP-led NDA secured a massive mandate in the Assam Assembly elections, winning 102 seats in the 126-member House. The BJP alone won 82 seats, while alliance partners AGP and BPF secured 10 seats each.This will be the third consecutive NDA government in Assam since the alliance first came to power in 2016 under the leadership of Sarbananda Sonowal.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosAIADMK Faces Biggest Split Since Jayalalithaa Era As Rebel Faction Extends Support To Vijay’s TVKTamil Nadu CM Vijay Orders Shutdown Of 717 TASMAC Shops Near Temples, Schools And Bus StandsCongress Expands Kerala CM Consultations As Satheesan-Venugopal Battle IntensifiesTarn Taran BJP Office Attacked: Youths Vandalise Premises, Fire Shots In Air; Probe OnRahul Gandhi Targets Centre Over NEET Leak Allegations As Rajasthan SOG Expands ProbeFormer TMC Minister Sujit Bose Arrested By ED In Municipality Recruitment ‘Scam’PM Modi Slams Destination Weddings Abroad, Urges Indians To Avoid Foreign Travel’Voted For Whistle’: MDMK Chief Vaiko’s House Helps’ Meeting With CM Vijay Goes ViralRahul Slams PM Modi’s Crisis Appeal | NIA Probes Bengaluru Security Scare IntensifyTMC Leaders Turn On I-PAC After Bengal Poll Rout, Raise Explosive Claims Against Firm123Photostories5 interesting dog breeds native to the US”I can’t sleep if I don’t eat…” Kareena Kapoor on her love for her favorite desi dish and the joy of cooking with Saif at home5-minute ritual that can improve your vocabularyWhy milk curdles while boiling and 3 ways to prevent itInside Trisha Krishnan’s aesthetically designed home with artistic vibesCameron Diaz and Benji Madden’s marriage rule is going viral and couples are relating hardParenting Principles Primer by Canadian Experts: Five universal parenting strategies every parent should know7 powerful ways to value yourself and protect your peaceAlia Bhatt’s first Cannes 2026 look is here and it’s giving full Hollywood fashion icon vibesHantavirus warning: US CDC advises not to use vacuum cleaners to clean rat droppings; here’s why123Hot PicksCBSE class 12 resultModi on buying goldOil prices todayPune child rape-murder casePerambur election resultIndia-New Zealand FTASugarcane price hikeTop TrendingTamil Nadu CMBhagwant Mann CousinIPL Points TableUS Iran warKerala CMChandranath Rath MurderIPL Orange Cap 2026AIADMK splitHighway Toll DuesPBKS vs DC Match Preview
NEW DELHI: Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday took oath as Assam chief minister for a second consecutive term, strengthening the BJP-led NDA’s hold over the northeastern state after its sweeping victory in the assembly elections.At 57, Sarma became the first non-Congress leader in Assam to return as chief minister for a second straight term.Lakshman Prasad Acharya administered the oath of office and secrecy to Sarma and four other legislators at a grand ceremony held at the Veterinary College Field in Khanapara, Guwahati.The four legislators sworn in alongside Sarma were BJP leaders Ajanta Neog and Rameshwar Teli, along with Atul Bora of the AGP and Charan Boro of the Bodoland People’s Front (BPF). Neog, Bora and Boro were part of Sarma’s previous cabinet, while Teli has returned to state politics after serving as a Union minister.
PM Modi, top NDA leaders attend ceremony
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Guwahati on Monday night ahead of the swearing-in ceremony and attended the event along with several senior BJP and NDA leaders.PM Modi was received at the Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport by Sarma and other BJP leaders.Union home minister Amit Shah, defence minister Rajnath Singh and BJP national president Nitin Nabin were among the senior leaders present.Several Union ministers, including Sarbananda Sonowal, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Jyotiraditya Scindia and Chirag Paswan also attended the ceremony.Chief ministers and deputy chief ministers from BJP-ruled states, top industrialists, Satradhikars and party workers were also present at the event. Officials said more than one lakh people attended the ceremony. The BJP-led NDA secured a massive mandate in the Assam Assembly elections, winning 102 seats in the 126-member House. The BJP alone won 82 seats, while alliance partners AGP and BPF secured 10 seats each.This will be the third consecutive NDA government in Assam since the alliance first came to power in 2016 under the leadership of Sarbananda Sonowal.
