Vote counting for the Tezpur Assembly constituency in Assam concluded on Monday, May 4, 2026, as part of the statewide counting exercise covering all 126 constituencies of the Assam Legislative Assembly. The process began at 8 am under tight security, with postal ballots counted first followed by EVM counting.

As counting concluded, the Asom Gana Parishad (AGP) leader and sitting MLA secured victory in Tezpur. He defeated Raijor Dal candidate Alok Nath by a margin of 19,950 votes.

Tezpur is a General category Assembly constituency in central Assam and forms part of the Tezpur parliamentary seat. The constituency holds political significance in the region due to its mix of urban and rural voters and steady electoral participation in recent elections.

Throughout the counting process, the AGP legislator maintained a consistent lead, which continued across all rounds before the final result was declared.

Who won the last elections in Tezpur?

In the 2021 Assembly election, Prithiraj Rava of the Asom Gana Parishad (AGP) won the Tezpur seat. He defeated Anuj Kumar Mech of the Indian National Congress (INC) by a margin of around 7%. Prithiraj Rava is the current MLA from the constituency.

Who are the main candidates in 2026?

In the 2026 Assembly election, the key candidates in Tezpur are Prithiraj Rava (AGP), Nayan Moni Choudhury (SUCIC), Alok Nath (RD), and independent candidate Pallabi Saikia. The contest is expected to see competition among regional and independent players, with AGP aiming to retain the seat.

What is the wider election and vote share trend in Assam?

Assam went to polls on April 9, with strong voter participation reported across the state. The Congress entered the election in alliance with six parties to challenge the ruling BJP-led NDA. The NDA is currently seeking a third consecutive term in the state. Overall voter turnout in Assam has touched 85.38%, indicating high electoral participation.

What do exit polls predict for Assam?

Exit poll projections suggest a continued lead for the BJP-led NDA in Assam. Axis My India has projected 88–100 seats for the NDA and 24–36 seats for Congress. Another survey by JVC estimates 88–101 seats for the NDA and 23–33 seats for Congress, while smaller parties and independents are expected to win a limited number of seats. These remain pre-result estimates ahead of counting.