Guwahati, September 22, 2026 (Yes Punjab News)
Assamese singer and BJP leader Simanta Shekhar on Tuesday announced his resignation from the chairmanship of the Assam State Film (Finance and Development) Corporation, while also stepping down from the BJP’s Assam state executive committee and giving up his primary membership of the party.
Shekhar said he had submitted his resignation letters to Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and state BJP president Dilip Saikia. The corporation’s official website currently lists him as its chairman.
In a statement announcing his decision, Shekhar said his resignation was being made entirely for personal reasons and was not connected with any dissatisfaction with the BJP’s ideology, policies or functioning. He also made it clear that his decision was not directed against any individual in the party.
“I have decided to step down entirely for personal reasons,” Shekhar said, adding that he would neither join nor associate himself with any political party in the future.
Shekhar conveyed his best wishes to BJP leaders, workers, supporters and colleagues and expressed hope that the party would continue its activities and service to the people of Assam.
He also extended his good wishes to Chief Minister Sarma, expressing hope that Assam would continue on its path of development and progress under his leadership.
His resignation marks his withdrawal from both organisational responsibilities within the BJP and his government-linked position in Assam’s film sector. However, Shekhar said his association with Assam and the Assamese community would remain unchanged.
Reaffirming his continuing connection with the state, he said his “love, respect and commitment” towards Assam and the Assamese community would continue.
Shekhar has been associated with Assam’s cultural and entertainment sector as a singer and later took on responsibilities in the state’s film sector after entering public life.
His resignation comes amid heightened political activity in Assam, with parties preparing for upcoming electoral and organisational engagements. However, his statement did not indicate any immediate political realignment or plans to join another party.
Shekhar also expressed gratitude to those who supported him during his political journey.
Further details about his successor as chairman of the Assam State Film (Finance and Development) Corporation are awaited.
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