3 Suspended Congress MLAs Join BJP in Assam
March 5, 2026·20 days ago·via The Indian Express
Three suspended Congress MLAs - Kamalakhya Dey Purkayastha, Basanta Das, and Sashi Kanta Das - defect to the BJP ahead of Assam's 2026 Assembly elections, dealing a blow to the opposition. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma confirms the switch, noting a "schedule" for more Congress leaders, especially Hindus, to join the BJP, ensuring none remain in opposition. Read more about this...