West Bengal Politics

West Bengal's political landscape is entering another competitive phase as the BJP decides to contest upcoming civic elections independently. The decision reflects the party's focus on strengthening its organisation, building a direct connection with voters and preparing for future political battles in the state.

Kolkata, September 11, 2026: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has decided to contest the upcoming municipal elections in West Bengal independently, choosing not to enter into an electoral understanding with Trinamool Congress (TMC) rebels or other groups.

Kolkata, September 11, 2026: Political uncertainty within the Trinamool Congress (TMC) has intensified in West Bengal, with rival factions laying competing claims to the party's identity, leadership and election symbol.

West Bengal Politics is entering another important phase as the BJP has formed a 263-member state executive committee ahead of upcoming Assembly bypolls. The organisational restructuring comes amid continuing political competition with the Trinamool Congress and a separate dispute over the TMC’s official name and election symbol before the Election Commission.

Political tensions have intensified in West Bengal ahead of the upcoming bypolls, with rival Trinamool Congress factions set to appear before the Election Commission over the party’s name and election symbol. The dispute could have significant implications for the upcoming electoral contest.

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has warned that those found responsible for alleged corruption in the Gorkhaland Territorial Administration will face strict action, including arrest and recovery of government funds.

West Bengal’s political landscape has entered a new phase following the 2026 Assembly election, with the BJP government facing growing scrutiny over governance, internal party challenges and opposition pressure.

The Election Commission has announced October 6 as the polling date for the Nandigram and Rejinagar Assembly by-elections in West Bengal, setting up another major political contest between the BJP and opposition forces.

West Bengal demonstrates how regional leadership continues to influence Indian politics.

Political debate in West Bengal continues to focus on governance, welfare and development priorities.

The Supreme Court has resumed final hearings in petitions concerning the Shiv Sena split and the disqualification of MLAs from the Eknath Shinde-led faction. The Shinde camp is defending the Election Commission’s decision recognising its organisational majority in the party dispute.

Police conducted a search at the residence of former Tamil Nadu minister and DMK leader Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi as part of an investigation into an alleged private-school fraud case. The development has drawn attention to the state’s political and legal landscape.