Election 2026: Key Insights on Chief Ministers' Performance in Assembly Elections

The recent assembly elections have put the spotlight on chief ministers from various states, with initial trends indicating a mix of victories and defeats. Mamata Banerjee faces a tough challenge in Bhawanipur, while Himanta Biswa Sarma seems poised for success in Jalukbari. MK Stalin and Pinarayi Vijayan are struggling in their constituencies, raising questions about their political futures. Meanwhile, N. Rangasamy appears to be securing a win in Puducherry. This election is crucial for these leaders as it could shape their political trajectories.

By Narendra Chaudhary May 4, 2026, 11:04 IST

Overview of Chief Ministers in the Recent Assembly Elections

Following the assembly elections across four states and a union territory, attention is now focused on the constituencies where the chief ministers are contesting. Initial trends reveal the status of these leaders' seats, raising questions about who is winning and who is facing defeat. For five chief ministers, this election represents a critical battle for their political survival, as the outcomes will significantly influence their future in politics.

The chief ministers in question include Mamata Banerjee from West Bengal, Himanta Biswa Sarma from Assam, Pinarayi Vijayan from Kerala, MK Stalin from Tamil Nadu, and N. Rangasamy from Puducherry. Let's take a closer look at the situation in their respective constituencies:

Performance of Individual Chief Ministers

Mamata Banerjee is contesting from Bhawanipur, where she faces a challenge from Suvendu Adhikari of the Bharatiya Janata Party, who previously defeated her in Nandigram. Current trends suggest that Banerjee may be at risk of losing her own seat.

Himanta Biswa Sarma is running from the Jalukbari assembly seat and appears to be on track for victory, seemingly defeating Congress candidate Bidisha Nigam with ease.

MK Stalin is struggling in his constituency, Kolathur, where he is currently losing to TVK candidate V.S. Babu.

Pinarayi Vijayan also seems to be losing ground, with the CPI(M) facing a significant defeat as he trails behind Congress candidate V.P. Abdul Rashid.

N. Rangasamy, the Chief Minister of Puducherry, is projected to win from the Thattanchavady assembly seat, outpacing his opponent from the Neyam Makkal Kazhagam.