23/03/2026
Prateek Bordoloi has withdrawn his candidature from the Margherita Assembly constituency, a day after his father Pradyut Bordoloi joined the Bharatiya Janata Party.
In a letter addressed to Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, he said the current situation was not suitable for continuing in the electoral contest. He explained that voters and party workers deserved clarity, and any confusion around his position could affect trust at a crucial time.
Prateek Bordoloi stated that stepping aside was the right decision to avoid mixed signals, especially amid shifting political developments in the state.
Despite withdrawing from the race, he reaffirmed his commitment to the Indian National Congress, saying he would continue to work for the party and contribute to the development of Margherita in any role assigned.
The move is being seen as an effort to maintain organisational clarity within the Congress as Assam heads into a closely watched Assembly election.
