West Bengal elections 2026: Suvendu Adhikari vs Mamata Banerjee in Bhabanipur battle - Why it's the most watched contest
The West Bengal elections have become a high-stakes showdown between Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and BJP's Suvendu Adhikari in the Bhabanipur constituency. The Trinamool Congress is banking on organisational strength and emotion, while the BJP is using social arithmetic and symbolism to breach the stronghold.
The Bhabanipur constituency in West Bengal has become a key battleground in the state's elections. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee is facing off against BJP's Suvendu Adhikari. The Trinamool Congress is using its organisational strength and emotional appeal to retain the seat. The BJP is relying on social arithmetic and symbolism to win. The constituency has a diverse population with 42% Bengali Hindus, 34% non-Bengali Hindus, and 24% Muslims. The BJP has mapped the constituency booth by booth and community by community to gain an advantage.
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