GUWAHATI : Charan Boro’s induction into the Assam Cabinet marks the Bodoland People’s Front’s return to the National Democratic Alliance, strengthening the alliance ahead of future elections.The oath-taking ceremony at Raj Bhavan, attended by key political figures, highlighted the strategic importance of the Cabinet expansion for Assam’s ruling alliance.Boro’s appointment reflects a generational shift within the BPF, emphasizing youth representation and fresh perspectives in governance.

In a key development for Assam politics, Bodoland People’s Front (BPF) leader Charan Boro was sworn in as a Cabinet Minister, following the expansion of the Assam state cabinet on Saturday, October 18.

The oath-taking ceremony was held at Raj Bhavan at 11 a.m., where Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya administered the oath of office. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and BPF chief Hagrama Mohilary were also present on the occasion.

Charan Boro’s induction into the Cabinet marks the official return of the Bodoland People’s Front to the ruling NDA alliance, after years of serving in the opposition. The move is seen as a strategic alignment ahead of the next assembly polls, strengthening the party’s role in state governance.

 A graduate of Cotton College and a postgraduate from Gauhati University, Boro is considered one of the promising young leaders of the BPF. He was first elected from the Mazbat constituency in 2016 and re-elected in 2021, serving from the opposition benches until now. 

Despite the presence of several senior BPF leaders, including Durga Das Boro, the party chose the comparatively younger Charan Boro, born in 1979, for the ministerial berth. This decision signals a potential generational shift within the party’s leadership and highlights the BPF’s focus on youth representation in governance.

The Bodoland People’s Front (BPF) rejoined the NDA, with Assam’s Chief Minister emphasizing the focus on peace and development in the Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR).Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma highlighted his longstanding relationship with BPF leadership, expressing confidence in the coalition’s future as December elections approach.No new election strategy has been finalized yet, with plans to consult all coalition partners, including the UPPL, to ensure a unified approach for the December 26 elections.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Saturday, October 18 warmly welcomed the Bodoland People’s Front (BPF) as it officially rejoined the ruling National Democratic Alliance (NDA), assuring that the coalition will continue its focus on peace and development in the Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR).

Speaking on the occasion, the CM clarified that no new election strategy has been finalized yet. He added that consultations with all parties, including the United People’s Party Liberal (UPPL), will take place ahead of the upcoming December 26 elections.

“I have maintained good relations with Hagrama Mohilary for a long time. Over the past four years, the BPF has been supporting us, and together we will continue to work for the peace and progress of the region,” the Chief Minister said, expressing confidence that the December elections will reflect a positive and vibrant political scenario in Bodoland.

Earlier in the day, Mazbat MLA Charan Boro was sworn in as Assam’s new Transport Minister at Raj Bhavan, with Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya administering the oath of office. Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma and BPF chief Hagrama Mohilary were present during the ceremony.

The induction of Charan Boro into the Cabinet carries significant political weight, coming just months ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections. With this development, the BPF, once a key opposition party, has formally returned to the NDA fold, marking a strategic realignment in Assam’s political landscape.

A graduate of Cotton College and a postgraduate from Gauhati University, Boro is regarded as one of the promising young leaders of the BPF. First elected from the Mazbat constituency in 2016 and re-elected in 2021, he had been serving from the opposition benches until now.

Despite the presence of several senior BPF leaders, including Durga Das Boro, the party opted to nominate the relatively young Charan Boro, born in 1979, for the ministerial position, signalling a potential generational shift in leadership within the party.