New Delhi/Guwahati : Senior Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Wednesday described the resignation of Assam MP Pradyut Bordoloi as “very unfortunate”, suggesting that discontent over ticket allocation for the upcoming Assembly elections may have led to his departure.

Speaking to reporters, Priyanka Gandhi said the party regretted not being able to engage with Bordoloi before his decision. “It is very unfortunate. I think he was upset over one ticket allocation, and we wish we had a chance to have a conversation about it,” she said.

Bordoloi, a long-time member of the Indian National Congress, stepped down citing sustained neglect and internal dissatisfaction within the party. In a statement, he termed the move a difficult break from his longstanding association, alleging that he felt sidelined despite years of service.

The development comes amid internal churn within the Assam Congress, with Bordoloi’s exit adding to recent setbacks. His resignation also gains significance as the party has fielded his son, Prateek Bordoloi, from the Margherita Assembly constituency – a decision that has drawn attention in light of the senior leader’s grievances over ticket distribution.

The political ramifications are unfolding at a crucial juncture, with Assam heading into a high-stakes electoral contest. As per the Election Commission of India, polling for all 126 Assembly constituencies will be held in a single phase on April 9, with counting scheduled for May 4.

While the Bharatiya Janata Party is aiming for a third consecutive term in the state, the Congress faces the dual challenge of managing internal dissent and strengthening its campaign on the ground.

Bordoloi’s exit is being seen as a significant setback for the Congress in Assam, raising concerns over organisational cohesion as the party prepares for a decisive electoral battle.