Pradyut Bordoloi Resigns from Congress After 30 Years

“With an overwhelming sense of sadness today, I hereby tender my resignation from all posts, privileges, and the primary membership of the Indian National Congress,” stated Pradyut Bordoloi in his resignation letter on March 17, 2026. After 30 years with the party, Bordoloi’s departure marks a significant moment in Assam’s political landscape.

Bordoloi, who represented the Nagaon Lok Sabha seat as a Congress MP, has been a prominent figure in the party since the late 1990s. His political career began in 1998 when he won the Margherita Assembly constituency, and he has since served as a two-time MP and four-time MLA.

During his tenure, Bordoloi held several important ministerial portfolios in the Government of Assam from 2001 to 2015, further solidifying his influence within the party and the region. His resignation follows the recent departure of former state party president Bhupen Kumar Borah to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), raising concerns about the Congress’s stability ahead of the upcoming Assam Assembly elections.

Political analysts view Bordoloi’s resignation as a major setback for the Congress, especially given his significant influence in Upper Assam. His potential switch to the BJP could strengthen the party’s prospects in constituencies traditionally held by Congress.

Himanta Biswa Sarma, a senior BJP leader, remarked, “If he joins the BJP, he would be accorded the same respect as has been shown to Bhupen Kumar Borah.” This statement has fueled speculation about Bordoloi’s next political move.

Details remain unconfirmed regarding Bordoloi’s future plans, as he has not officially announced his next steps. The Congress and BJP have also not issued official statements regarding his resignation.

As the political landscape in Assam continues to evolve, Bordoloi’s resignation may trigger further realignments, impacting the dynamics of upcoming elections in the region.