How Mamata Banerjee became the face of Bengal politics after Nandigram
Mamata Banerjee has decided not to contest from Nandigram in the 2026 polls, shifting focus to statewide leadership. Nandigram remains a symbolic constituency, now a contest between BJP and TMC.
Mamata Banerjee, synonymous with Nandigram, has decided not to contest from the constituency in the 2026 polls. The Trinamool Congress is trying to shift the focus from a direct Banerjee versus Adhikari showdown to a broader party-led contest across the state. Nandigram remains symbolic, now a BJP vs TMC contest. By stepping away, Banerjee aims to focus on statewide leadership rather than one seat. The 2021 fight turned Nandigram into a high-stakes showdown, but the TMC is now trying to broaden its appeal. The decision marks a shift in strategy for the party.
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