Rajiv Bhawan in Guwahati has turned busy in recent days as a large number of Congress leaders and workers have begun applying for party tickets for the 2026 Assembly elections. The Assam Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) has witnessed a steady flow of aspirants from different parts of the state, reflecting early political activity ahead of the polls.
According to party sources, nearly 1,500 application forms have already been downloaded from the official APCC website, apcc.assam.org. On Monday alone, around 100 aspirants submitted their completed forms at Rajiv Bhawan. These applications came from leaders representing Upper Assam, Lower Assam, and Central Assam, indicating wide interest across regions.
Each applicant was required to submit a demand draft of ₹50,000 along with the application, to be deposited in the Assam Pradesh Congress Committee fund. Party officials said that the process has been orderly so far, with aspirants receiving proper acknowledgements after submission. Till now, around 200 aspirants have personally visited Rajiv Bhawan to submit their applications and complete the formalities. 
Speaking on the matter, APCC treasurer Dr. Hemahari Pegu said that the application process will remain open until January 20. He added that the party expects a significant rise in submissions over the next few days. “More than 400 applications are likely to be submitted before the deadline,” he said, pointing to the growing enthusiasm among party members.
To manage the increasing number of applicants, the party has made special arrangements at the Hiteswar Saikia Memorial Hall inside Rajiv Bhawan. From January 17, multiple tables will be set up to receive applications, starting from 10 am, to ensure that the process remains smooth and avoids overcrowding.
January 17 holds additional significance for the party, as it is observed as Silpi Divas in Assam. On this day, several senior Congress leaders and long-time party workers are expected to arrive at Rajiv Bhawan to submit their applications. Party insiders said this could lead to a further surge in footfall at the headquarters.
