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Assam Chief Minister Oath Ceremony LIVE Updates: Himanta Sarma, 4 Ministers Sworn In
Himanta Biswa Sarma was sworn in as Assam Chief Minister for a second term at Khanapara Veterinary College Ground, Guwahati, with four ministers from BJP and its allies taking oath at the same ceremony. The event included security measures around Khanapara, attendance by national leaders and diplomats, and announcements for the new government’s priorities and cabinet actions.
Why It Matters
This marks the third consecutive NDA government in Assam and makes Sarma the first non-Congress chief minister to secure two full terms in the state, signaling BJP-led coalition strength and a continued push on its development agenda.
Timeline
10 Events
Sarma emphasizes execution over announcements
May 12, 2026
Sarma stated that the BJP would move from expansion mode to execution mode, focusing on implementing its electoral commitments and development agenda in the new term.
First Cabinet meeting planned after oath
May 12, 2026
The first Cabinet meeting of the new government was planned to be held shortly after the swearing-in ceremony.
NDA’s overall mandate in Assam polls
May 12, 2026
The NDA, comprising the BJP, AGP and BPF, won a sweeping mandate in the Assam assembly polls, securing 102 seats in the 126-member House; the BJP won 82 seats, while AGP and BPF won 10 seats each.
Delhi Chief Minister comments on oath ceremony
May 12, 2026
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta commented on the oath ceremony, saying the hat-trick victory appears to be built on public trust and blessings.
US Ambassador Sergio Gor arrives in Guwahati
May 12, 2026
US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor arrived in Guwahati to attend the swearing-in ceremony.
Sarma family arrival at oath venue
May 12, 2026
Himanta Biswa Sarma’s wife Riniki Bhuyan and daughter Sukanya reached the oath-taking ceremony venue in Khanapara.
NDA Speaker candidate announced
May 12, 2026
Former minister and senior BJP leader Ranjeet Kumar Dass will be the NDA's candidate for the position of Speaker of the Assam Assembly.
Four ministers sworn in alongside CM
May 12, 2026
Four MLAs—Ajanta Neog, Rameswar Teli, Atul Bora (AGP), and Charan Boro (BPF)—were administered the oath of office and secrecy as ministers at the ceremony.
Governor administers oath to Himanta Biswa Sarma
May 12, 2026
Himanta Biswa Sarma took oath as Assam Chief Minister for a second consecutive term. The oath of office and secrecy was administered by Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya at 11:40 AM at the Veterinary College Ground, Khanapara.
Security arrangements around Khanapara for oath ceremony
May 12, 2026
Barricades, traffic diversions, and multi-layered security deployments have been put in place around the Khanapara area ahead of the oath ceremony at the Veterinary College Ground in Guwahati.