The BJP candidate list West Bengal 2026 has been officially released, with the party announcing 144 candidates for the upcoming Assembly elections. The list includes several prominent leaders and signals the party’s strategy for a high-stakes political contest against the ruling All India Trinamool Congress in West Bengal.
In a significant move, the Bharatiya Janata Party has fielded Leader of Opposition Suvendu Adhikari from both Nandigram and Bhabanipur, setting up a direct political challenge to Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. The Assembly elections for the 294-member House will be held in two phases in April, with vote counting scheduled for May 4.
Prominent Names In BJP’s First Candidate List
The BJP candidate list West Bengal 2026 features several well-known political leaders, organisational figures, and public personalities.
Key candidates include:
- Suvendu Adhikari – Nandigram and Bhabanipur
- Agnimitra Paul – Asansol Dakshin
- Rudranil Ghosh – Shibpur
- Swami Mangalnanda Puri Maharaj – Uluberia Dakshin
- Bankim Chandra Ghosh – Chakdaha
- Tarun Kanti Ghosh – Deganga
The release of the BJP candidate list West Bengal 2026 marks the beginning of an intense campaign as political parties prepare for the crucial state election.
Suvendu Adhikari Fielded From Nandigram And Bhabanipur
One of the most significant highlights of the BJP candidate list West Bengal 2026 is the decision to field Suvendu Adhikari from both Nandigram and Bhabanipur.
Nandigram gained national attention during the 2021 West Bengal Legislative Assembly election when Adhikari defeated Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee by a narrow margin of around 2,000 votes after multiple rounds of counting.
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Bhabanipur, on the other hand, is a constituency closely associated with Banerjee. She won the seat in a by-election after losing in Nandigram in 2021. By fielding Adhikari from both constituencies, the BJP appears to be directly challenging the Chief Minister in politically symbolic seats.
Dilip Ghosh And Other Key Candidates
Apart from Adhikari, the BJP candidate list West Bengal 2026 also includes several senior leaders and notable political figures.
- Dilip Ghosh – Bolpur
- Swapan Dasgupta – Rashbehari
- Deepak Kumar Halder – Diamond Harbour
- Krishnendu Mukherjee – Asansol North
- Bapon Ghosh – Kaliganj
- Sukumar Roy – Cooch Behar North
- Shankar Ghosh – Siliguri
- Nikhil Banerjee – Haldia
The announcement of the BJP candidate list West Bengal 2026 indicates the party’s attempt to strengthen its presence across key constituencies in the state.
West Bengal Assembly Election Schedule
According to the Election Commission of India, polling for the 294 seats in West Bengal will be conducted in two phases:
- April 23, 2026 – Phase 1 polling
- April 29, 2026 – Phase 2 polling
- May 4, 2026 – Counting of votes
In the previous Assembly election, the All India Trinamool Congress secured a decisive victory with 215 seats, while the Bharatiya Janata Party won 77 seats.
With the release of the BJP candidate list West Bengal 2026, the stage is now set for an intense political battle in one of India’s most closely watched state elections.