Former Ulfa deputy commander-in-chief Drishti Rajkhowa and AAP’s Assam unit ex-president Manoj Dhanowar have made a significant move by joining BJP, ahead of the upcoming 2026 assembly elections. Drishti Rajkhowa, known for his past leadership in Ulfa and close affiliation with Paresh Baruah, decided to bring his expertise to BJP, emphasizing the party’s development initiatives over personal gains. Their entry is expected to energize BJP’s campaign and expand its support base across Assam.