In a major political upheaval, the Bharatiya Janata Party secured a decisive victory in the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections, crossing the majority mark with over 200 seats. This landmark result brings an end to the 15-year rule of Mamata Banerjee and her Trinamool Congress, marking the BJP’s first full-scale takeover of the state.

One of the most significant moments of the election was Suvendu Adhikari defeating Mamata Banerjee in the high-profile Bhabanipur constituency by a margin of over 15,000 votes. The BJP not only held onto its traditional strongholds in North Bengal but also made impressive gains in Kolkata and nearby districts, reflecting a broad shift in voter sentiment across both urban and rural regions.

The elections saw record-breaking voter turnout and a tense counting process, with allegations raised by opposition leaders, including Rahul Gandhi. Despite the controversy, the BJP described the victory as a mandate for development and governance. The outcome is expected to significantly reshape the political landscape of West Bengal and further strengthen the BJP’s position at the national level.