Assam: BJP sweeps Tiwa Autonomous council (TAC) polls

Guwahati: BJP has swept the Tiwa Autonomous council (TAC) polls, winning 33 seats out of 36 seats.

BJP’s ally Asom Gana Parishad (AGP) won two seats while Congress managed to win one seat.

BJP president J P Nadda tweeted, “Thank you Assam for this massive mandate to BJP in Tiwa Autonomous Council elections. Assam is progressing towards a brighter future & the people continue to keep their faith in the vision of PM @narendramodiji. Congratulation to @sarbanandsonwal @himantabiswa& Team @BJP4Assam.”


Assam finance minister, Himanta Biswa Sarma tweeted, “What a momentous day! People of Assam reasserts faith in PM Sri @narendramodias @BJP4India registers a massive victory in Tiwa Autonomous Council, winning 34 out of 36 seats. Heartfelt gratitude to people and our committed @BJP4Assam karyakartas.

Assam chief minister, Sarbananda Sonowal tweeted, "Congratulations and gratitude to the enthusiastic karyakartas of @BJP4Assam for their dedication and hardwork which have led to impressive victory in Tiwa Autonomous Council elections. #TACElections @narendramodi @AmitShah @JPNadda.”

In another tweet he stated, “My heartfelt thanks to all for reposing their faith in @BJP4Assam and giving a huge mandate in #TACElections. I reiterate our promise of all-round and inclusive development of the region through good governance & efficient administration”.

Polls were held on Thursday in 187 polling stations covering 18 constituencies.