Guwahati, Nov 13: Voting for the by-elections in five assembly constituencies of Assam began on Wednesday at 7 AM. The constituencies — Dholai (SC), Sidli (ST), Bongaigaon, Behali, and Samaguri — fell vacant after their respective representatives won in the recent Lok Sabha elections.

A total of 34 candidates are contesting in the by-polls, which will conclude at 5 PM. The outcome will determine the new members of the Assam Legislative Assembly for these seats.