West Bengal Assembly Elections: Key Contest in Beleghata Seat
As the West Bengal Assembly elections approach, the Beleghata constituency emerges as a focal point with the TMC, BJP, and other parties vying for votes. The TMC has nominated Kunal Ghosh, while the BJP's Partha Chaudhary aims for a stronger performance. With potential vote polarization, the contest could become highly competitive. This article delves into the candidates, their strategies, and the historical context of the constituency, offering insights into what voters can expect in the upcoming elections.
| Apr 22, 2026, 18:11 IST
Upcoming Elections in West Bengal
With only a few days left until the West Bengal Assembly elections, the Beleghata constituency is gaining significant attention. The Trinamool Congress (TMC) has a stronghold in this area, but this time they have changed their candidate. Voting for the 294 assembly seats in West Bengal will take place in two phases on April 23 and April 29, with the counting of votes scheduled for May 4, 2026.
Main Contestants
In the Beleghata constituency, the TMC has nominated former Rajya Sabha MP Kunal Kumar Ghosh. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has fielded Partha Chaudhary, while the Communist Party of India (Marxist) has put its faith in Paromita Roy, and the Congress has chosen Shahina Javed. Although TMC's Paresh Paul has previously won here, the party has opted for a new candidate this time.
Vote Dynamics
Partha Chaudhary from the BJP is aiming for a better performance than in the last elections. Meanwhile, Shahina Javed from Congress and Paromita Roy from CPI(M) could potentially split the votes. If vote polarization occurs in the Beleghata constituency, the contest could become quite intriguing.
TMC's Strong Position
This time, the TMC has placed its trust in Kunal Ghosh, who recently claimed that the development initiatives in Beleghata have strengthened the party's position, asserting that the BJP has no influence in the area.
TMC's Dominance in Beleghata
The TMC has maintained a robust presence in the Beleghata constituency. In 2021, the party not only secured victory but also improved its vote share. While the BJP showed some improvement compared to 2016, it was not enough to challenge the TMC's popularity. Paresh Paul of the TMC has won in the assembly elections of 2011, 2016, and 2021.