Former Congress MP Bordoloi joins BJP, citing lack of support, as Assam polls approach.

Congress MP Imran Masood dismissed former MP Pradyut Bordoloi’s allegations of internal humiliation and bias, calling them personal grievances rather than genuine party issues. Masood denied claims that Bordoloi’s concerns about a candidate’s criminal links were dismissed unfairly, stating the Congress in Assam focuses on work, not religion. Bordoloi cited lack of leadership support and a deteriorating environment as reasons for joining the BJP, distancing his exit from ticket allocation. The Congress has nominated Bordoloi’s son from Margherita. Assam’s Assembly elections are set for April 9, with the BJP-led NDA seeking a third term under Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma.