Summary
The much-awaited Assam BTC Election 2025 vote counting began at 8 a.m. on Friday, September 26, across all five districts of the Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR). With a record voter turnout of 78.42% of the 26.58 lakh electorate, the elections have been dubbed the “semifinal” before the 2026 Assam Assembly polls. The spotlight is firmly on the Pramod Boro-led United People’s Party Liberal (UPPL), which is eyeing a strong comeback to retain control of the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC), either independently or in alliance with its political partners.
Historic Turnout Reflects High Public Interest
This year’s BTC election witnessed one of the highest voter turnouts in recent years, with Kokrajhar district leading at 82.27%, while Tamulpur recorded the lowest at 75.09%. Such strong participation highlights the growing political awareness and the significance of the BTC’s role in shaping the region’s governance.
The BTC governs the BTR, comprising five districts — Baksa, Chirang, Kokrajhar, Tamulpur, and Udalguri — making it a key battleground ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections in Assam.
UPPL’s Fight to Retain Power
The UPPL, under the leadership of Chief Executive Member Pramod Boro, is confident of consolidating its hold in the council. Back in 2020, the UPPL joined hands with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Gana Suraksha Party (GSP) to form the council government, despite the Bodoland People’s Front (BPF) emerging as the single largest party with 17 seats.
Since then, defections from the BPF and the Congress boosted the UPPL’s tally from 12 to 15 seats and the BJP’s from 9 to 14, strengthening their position. However, in 2025, the BJP chose to contest independently, making the fight a three-cornered contest between the UPPL, BJP, and BPF.
Key Candidates and Hot Constituencies
This election saw a total of 316 candidates across the BTR:
- 52 in Baksa
- 56 in Chirang
- 100 in Kokrajhar
- 40 in Tamulpur
- 68 in Udalguri
Some constituencies are drawing nationwide attention, especially Dotma, Goibari, Debargaon, Chirang Duars, Salakati, and Bhairabkunda.
- Pramod Boro himself is contesting from Dotma and Goibari, placing his leadership directly before the people.
- Former BTC Deputy Chief Kampa Borgoyari (UPPL) is facing a strong challenge from Hagrama Mohilary, the BPF chief and former extremist leader, in Debargaon and Chirang Duars.
- In Salakati, sitting Kokrajhar East MLA Lawrence Islary (UPPL) is working to strengthen the party’s foothold.
- Deputy Chief Gobinda Basumatary (UPPL) aims to retain Bhairabkunda, one of the most strategically important seats.
BJP and Congress Challenge
The BJP, seeking a greater share of the BTR’s influence, decided to contest without a pre-poll alliance, setting the stage for a heated triangular contest. Meanwhile, the Congress and the All India United Democratic Front (AIUDF) are expected to perform strongly in minority-dominated constituencies, making the results even more unpredictable.
Why BTC Election 2025 Matters
The Bodoland Territorial Council election is more than a regional poll; it is seen as a testing ground for 2026 Assembly elections in Assam. The outcome will not only determine the immediate leadership of the BTR but also signal the mood of the voters ahead of a much larger state-wide contest.
Conclusion
The Assam BTC Election 2025 vote counting is underway, and all eyes are on whether Pramod Boro’s UPPL can retain power, either independently or by forging fresh alliances. With a historic turnout, high-profile candidates, and an intense three-way contest, the results of these elections will shape the political narrative in Assam leading up to 2026.
This is not just a local council election — it is a powerful political moment for Assam, one that reflects both the aspirations and determination of the people of the Bodoland Territorial Region.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) on Assam BTC Election 2025
Q1. When did the counting of votes for the Assam BTC Election 2025 begin?
The counting of votes began at 8 a.m. on Friday, September 26, 2025.
Q2. What was the voter turnout in the Assam BTC Election 2025?
Approximately 78.42% of the 26.58 lakh registered voters cast their votes across 40 constituencies.
Q3. Which district recorded the highest and lowest voter turnout?
- Kokrajhar had the highest turnout at 82.27%.
- Tamulpur recorded the lowest turnout at 75.09%.
Q4. Why are the BTC elections considered important?
The BTC elections are often called the “semifinal” before the Assam Assembly elections, as they reflect the political mood in the Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR).
Q5. Who is leading the UPPL in the BTC elections?
The United People’s Party Liberal (UPPL) is led by Pramod Boro, who is also the Chief Executive Member (CEM) of the BTC.
Q6. How many candidates contested in the 2025 BTC elections?
A total of 316 candidates contested: 52 in Baksa, 56 in Chirang, 100 in Kokrajhar, 40 in Tamulpur, and 68 in Udalguri.
Q7. Which constituencies are considered key in this election?
Important constituencies include Dotma, Goibari, Debargaon, Chirang Duars, Salakati, and Bhairabkunda.
Q8. Did Pramod Boro contest in more than one constituency?
Yes, Pramod Boro contested from both Dotma and Goibari constituencies.
Q9. What was the performance of UPPL, BJP, and GSP in the previous (2020) BTC elections?
- UPPL won 12 seats (later increased to 15 after defections).
- BJP won 9 seats (later increased to 14 after defections).
- GSP won 1 seat.
Together, they formed the BTC council despite the Bodoland People’s Front (BPF) winning 17 seats as the single largest party.
Q10. Which parties are the main contenders in the 2025 BTC elections?
The UPPL, BJP, and BPF are the primary contenders, with the Congress and AIUDF expected to perform strongly in minority-dominated areas.