From red to green to saffron? BJP eyes power shift in Bengal as Mamata defends her turf

Fri, 01 May 2026 15:03:16 +0000
India

West Bengal's political landscape, historically dominated by single parties for extended periods, is now witnessing an intense battle for the 2026 assembly elections. Chief minister Mamata Banerjee's 15-year rule faces a formidable challenge from the aggressively expanding BJP, which aims to end the TMC's reign. This election marks a critical juncture for the state's political legacy.