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West Bengal politics Heats Up as 2026 Assembly Elections Draw Closer
Political activity in West Bengal has intensified at the start of the new year, with both the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC) and the opposition Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) stepping up their ground-level mobilisation ahead of the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections. Campaign launches, large rallies, electoral roll debates, and upcoming visits by national leaders have set the tone for a politically charged atmosphere across the state.
TMC Launches ‘Abar Jitbe Bangla’ Campaign
The Trinamool Congress has kicked off the new year with a major political outreach initiative. Party national general secretary Abhishek Banerjee has launched the “Abar Jitbe Bangla” (Bengal Will Win Again) campaign, aimed at strengthening the party’s grassroots connect across districts.
The campaign focuses on highlighting the state government’s welfare schemes, administrative initiatives, and development projects while energising party workers ahead of the crucial election year. Senior TMC leaders view the campaign as a key organisational push to counter opposition narratives and consolidate voter support.
Foundation Day Rally Signals TMC’s Organisational Strength
The political momentum was further reinforced during the Trinamool Congress Foundation Day rally, where Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee addressed a massive gathering in Kolkata.
During the rally, the Chief Minister reiterated her party’s commitment to governance, social welfare, and democratic values. TMC leaders used the platform to showcase the state government’s achievements and underline their preparedness for the upcoming electoral battle. The turnout at the event was projected by the party as a demonstration of its continued public support.
Electoral Roll Revision Triggers Political Debate
Meanwhile, the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls has emerged as a major political flashpoint in the state. The exercise, being conducted ahead of the 2026 Assembly polls, has led to sharp exchanges between the ruling TMC and the Election Commission of India.
TMC leaders have raised concerns over the process of voter list revisions, while opposition parties have accused the ruling party of politicising the exercise. The issue is expected to remain in focus in the coming months as parties closely monitor voter inclusion and exclusion ahead of the elections.
BJP Sharpens Its Critique, National Leaders to Visit Bengal
The Bharatiya Janata Party has intensified its political messaging in West Bengal, criticising the state government over governance and law-and-order issues. BJP leaders have signalled that the party will continue to raise these concerns as part of its campaign narrative.
Adding to the political build-up, top BJP leaders including Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah are scheduled to visit West Bengal later this month. The visits are expected to focus on organisational strengthening, public rallies, and booth-level preparation as the BJP looks to expand its footprint in the state.
Political Temperature Rises Ahead of 2026 Polls
With just months to go before the Assembly elections, West Bengal’s political landscape is clearly entering a decisive phase. The ruling TMC is emphasising continuity and development, while the BJP is positioning itself as the principal challenger by highlighting governance issues.
As campaigns gain momentum and political narratives sharpen, voter outreach, electoral processes, and leadership strategies are set to dominate public discourse in the state. The coming weeks are likely to witness intensified political activity, making West Bengal one of the most closely watched states in the national political arena.
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