West Bengal Election Results 2026 Highlight: BJP victory wave in Bengal, Party wins big across regions

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) continues to dominate the West Bengal Assembly election results, winning 113 seats and leading in 93 constituencies, taking its overall tally to 206.

The All India Trinamool Congress (TMC) has secured 46 wins and is leading in 35 seats, with a total tally of 81, trailing significantly behind the BJP.

The Indian National Congress and Aam Janata Unnayan Party (AJUP) have won 2 seats each. Meanwhile, the CPI(M) and AISF are yet to open their winning accounts but are leading in one seat each.

Out of 293 constituencies, results have been declared in 163 seats, while trends are available for 130, reinforcing BJP’s clear advantage as counting approaches its final stages.

The Indian National Congress has secured victories in two constituencies in the West Bengal Assembly elections 2026.

In Farakka, Congress candidate Motab Shaikh won the seat with 63,050 votes, defeating his nearest rival by a margin of 8,193 votes after the completion of all 19 rounds of counting.

In Raninagar, Julfikar Ali emerged victorious with 79,423 votes, winning by a narrower margin of 2,701 votes after 16 rounds of EVM counting.

These two wins mark Congress’ limited but notable presence in the state amid a largely bipolar contest.

The All India Trinamool Congress (TMC) has secured victories across multiple constituencies in the West Bengal Assembly elections 2026, with strong performances in districts like Malda, Murshidabad, North 24 Parganas, South 24 Parganas, Kolkata and Howrah.

Among the key wins, Sabina Yeasmin clinched Sujapur with a massive margin of over 60,000 votes, while Mosaraf Hussen won Itahar comfortably. In Murshidabad, Reyat Hossain Sarkar (Bhagawangola) and Niamot Sheikh (Hariharpara) delivered important victories for the party.

The party also dominated several minority-heavy belts, with wins in Samserganj, Suti, Sagardighi, Lalgola and Jalangi. In North 24 Parganas, TMC candidates like Anisur Rahaman Bidesh (Deganga), Abdul Matin Muhammad (Haroa) and Usha Rani Mondal (Minakhan) secured strong victories.

In South 24 Parganas, the party posted impressive margins in seats like Kultali and Canning Purba, while in Kolkata, senior leaders such as Madan Mitra (Kamarhati), Ahmed Javed Khan (Kasba), Sobhandeb Chattopadhyay (Ballygunge) and Nayana Bandyopadhyay (Chowrangee) retained their constituencies.

Further gains were recorded in Howrah and Hooghly regions, including Domjur, Chanditala and Sankrail, while in Paschim Medinipur, Keshpur also went in favour of the TMC.

Overall, the TMC’s wins reflect a strong hold in several pockets of the state, particularly in southern Bengal and minority-dominated constituencies, even as the broader state trends show a tough contest.

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate Gargi Das Ghosh has secured victory after the completion of all 14 rounds of EVM counting, polling 73,355 votes.

She defeated All India Trinamool Congress (TMC) candidate Apurba Sarkar (David) by a margin of 10,335 votes in a closely fought contest.

Congress candidate Shamim Rana and AIMIM’s Mesbahul Islam Khan finished behind the top two, while other candidates remained out of contention. NOTA recorded 2,932 votes.

The result marks another addition to the BJP’s tally as counting concludes in the constituency.

In the Dinhata Assembly constituency, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate Ajay Ray has secured a decisive victory. He defeated All India Trinamool Congress (TMC) candidate Udayan Guha by a margin of 17,447 votes.

Ajay Ray’s strong performance ensured a clear lead, while candidates from the All India Forward Bloc, Congress, and others remained far behind in the contest. NOTA recorded 1,814 votes.

The result adds to the BJP’s growing tally in the state as counting trends continue to unfold.

All India Trinamool Congress (TMC) candidate Niamot Sheikh has secured victory after the completion of all 22 rounds of EVM counting, polling 80,338 votes.

He defeated Aam Janata Unnayan Party (AJUP) candidate Bijoy Sekh by a margin of 12,665 votes, in what turned out to be a clear but competitive contest.

BJP’s Tanmoy Biswas and CPI(M)’s Zamir Molla finished further behind, while candidates from Congress, SUCI(C), IUML and others remained out of contention. NOTA recorded 1,300 votes.

The result reflects a comfortable win for the TMC candidate, though with a relatively moderate margin compared to some other constituencies in the state.

In the Mekliganj Assembly constituency, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate Dadhiram Ray has secured a decisive victory after the completion of all 19 rounds of EVM counting. He polled 1,19,109 votes, defeating All India Trinamool Congress (TMC) candidate Adhikary Paresh Chandra by a margin of 29,584 votes.

Candidates from other parties, including the All India Forward Bloc, Congress, and CPI-linked groups, trailed far behind in the contest. NOTA received 2,126 votes in the constituency.

In the Farakka Assembly constituency, Motab Shaikh has emerged victorious after the completion of all 19 rounds of EVM counting. He secured 63,050 votes, winning the seat by a margin of 8,193 votes.

The result marks a closely contested battle compared to several high-margin seats, with the final outcome decided by a relatively narrower lead.

The All India Trinamool Congress (TMC) has secured victories in several constituencies in West Bengal as counting concludes in these seats. Here’s a quick look at key wins and margins:

Itahar (36): Mosaraf Hussen won with 98,172 votes, margin of 27,878

Sujapur (53): Sabina Yeasmin secured 1,12,795 votes, winning by a massive 60,287 margin

Samserganj (56): Mohammed Noor Alam won with 61,918 votes, margin of 7,587

Bhagawangola (62): Reyat Hossain Sarkar registered a big win with 1,05,997 votes, margin of 56,407

Bharatpur (69): Mustafijur Rahaman (Suman) won with 90,870 votes, margin of 30,753

Deganga (120): Anisur Rahaman Bidesh secured 1,01,114 votes, margin of 17,818

Kultali (129): Ganesh Chandra Mondal won with 1,46,435 votes, margin of 59,276

Metiaburuz (157): Abdul Khaleque Molla recorded a landslide victory with 1,24,230 votes, margin of 87,879

Janata Dal (United) leader Shravan Kumar says, "I have said that this time Didi's farewell is certain. The ballot boxes will open, counting will begin, and today Didi will go home. Any government that commits atrocities or tries to disturb brotherhood and communal harmony never returns to power at any cost."

West Bengal's business community, led by influential voices like Harsh Goenka, is thrilled with the BJP's decisive 2026 election mandate, viewing it as the long-awaited catalyst for economic resurgence.

Key expectations-

1. Development returns to the forefront, ending stagnation

2. Jobs and investments surge under stable governance

3. A cohesive social climate fosters growth and unity

Harsh Goenka's X post hails this as the spark Bengal's economy desperately needed after years of perceived syndicate hurdles.

While the political pundits cite electoral rolls and anti-incumbency, the 2026 West Bengal election will be remembered for one face: Ratna Debnath. The mother of the RG Kar Medical College victim, once a private citizen grieving an unimaginable tragedy, has emerged as the giant-killer who dismantled the Trinamool Congress's (TMC) 15-year urban industrial dominance.As of Monday afternoon, Debnath holds a commanding lead of over 56,000 votes in Panihati, a seat the TMC has held without pause since 2011. Her surge is not just a seat gained; it is the moral narrative that derailed Mamata Banerjee's bid for a fourth term.Debnath's journey from a mourning mother to a political catalyst changed the face of this election in three distinct ways. By fielding Debnath, the BJP successfully pivoted the election from "Didi vs. Modi" to "The Citizen vs. The System."Every rally she attended wasn't about policy; it was a reminder of the RG Kar tragedy. Her campaign phrase, "My daughter's tragedy could have happened to anyone," resonated across every household in Bengal, turning a local crime into a statewide referendum on women's safety.Just days before the results, standing amidst the record-breaking 91.62% voter turnout in the second phase, Ratna Debnath issued a chilling warning to the ruling dispensation. She told reporters that the people were ready to "uproot and throw out" the TMC, specifically citing the government's perceived apathy toward women's safety.

BJP secured victories in 8 West Bengal assembly seats amid its broader 2026 triumph. The party has won Kalimpong, Darjeeling, Medinipur, Monteswar, Burwan, Jamuria, Bhatar and Asansol Dakshin, bolstering its lead exceeding 195 seats across 293 contested constituencies.

BJP secured victories in six West Bengal assembly seats amid its broader 2026 triumph. The party has won Kalimpong, Darjeeling, Medinipur, Monteswar, Bhatar and Asansol Dakshin, bolstering its lead exceeding 195 seats across 293 contested constituencies. These gains span hills, jungle mahals, and industrial belts, underscoring BJP's sweep.

On Bengal Election results, Uttar Pradesh minister Dinesh Pratap Singh says, "I extend my heartfelt thanks to the people of Bengal who have put their seal of approval on the services of the country's PM Modi, HM Amit Shah, and everyone, ended fear, and established the BJP. In the future, Bengal's development will now take place with much greater strength, and Bengal, Hindutva, and the people of Bengal will be visible in the mainstream of the country."

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has so far won four seats in West Bengal.

BJP candidate Agnimitra Paul won from Asansol Dakshin seat in West Bengal.

The Bhatar and Monteswar seats has been won by BJP candidates in West Bengal.

The vote counting trends in West Bengal assembly elections 2026 have delivered a stunning blow to the Trinamool Congress (TMC), with Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) surging ahead toward a majority while several party heavyweights trail their rivals. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, the undisputed face of TMC, is back in the lead after trailing behind her rival in her traditional stronghold of Bhabanipur.

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BJP and TMC won 1 seat each in West Bengal as the vote counting is still underway.

BJP National Spokesperson Ajay Alok says, "I will just one line - gayi Mamata, gaya Gogoi, gaya Stalinvaad, Bharat mein ab toot ke chalega Modi ka rashtravaad."

The BJP hails West Bengal's dramatic political shift as the latest milestone in a nationwide surge toward progress, declaring that "from the heartland to Bengal, the map isn’t just expanding, it’s the belief of a nation determined to progress." North to Northeast, the colour shift is no longer subtle—Bengal marks a pivotal chapter in BJP's unstoppable story, building on recent victories to cement dominance across India's diverse regions. "Together, building a #viksitbharat by 2047," the party proclaims, framing TMC's trailing heavyweights and early leads as public endorsement of development over dynastic rule amid ongoing vote counting.

Clashes erupt at Barrackpore Rastraguru Surendranath counting centre. Security forces resort to lathi-charge in West Bengal.

Madhuparna Thakur, a candidate of the Trinamool Congress from Bagda, alleged that “TMC trailing in Muslim booths is not possible; this indicates that EVMs have been hacked,” as the BJP takes a strong lead in West Bengal.

Security measures have been significantly enhanced across West Bengal as vote counting continues for the assembly elections. Authorities have tightened security at all 294 counting centers statewide, with three-tier arrangements including central forces, state police, and rapid response teams to prevent disruptions. This escalation follows CM Mamata Banerjee's accusations of deliberate power cuts near EVM strongrooms and BJP collusion, alongside TMC's claims of ballot tampering, prompting Election Commission assurances of transparency. Special attention is on urban battlegrounds like Kolkata, industrial hubs in North 24 Parganas, and sensitive northern seats such as Dinhata and Murshidabad, where multi-party clashes and historical flashpoints heighten risks.

Clashes and violence broke out at a counting centre in Asansol on Monday as vote counting for the West Bengal Assembly elections continued across the state.The incident took place at the Asansol Engineering College counting centre, where a scuffle between polling agents escalated into unrest. Chairs and vehicles were vandalised during the clash, prompting security personnel to resort to a lathicharge to disperse those gathered. According to Asansol Durgapur Police Commissionerate Commissioner Pranav Kumar, miscreants targeted a political party camp, and efforts are underway to identify those involved. "A political party camp was vandalised. The people responsible for the vandalism are being identified," he said. The violence comes as a fiercely contested election shows dramatic trends in favour of the Bharatiya Janata Party, which has crossed the majority mark, posing a serious challenge to the All India Trinamool Congress led by Mamata Banerjee.

Women workers of the BJP carry paper cones of 'jhalmuri' and sing 'jhal legeche' as they celebrate party's performance in the West Bengal Assembly elections. Out of the 293 seats, the saffron party is currently leading on around 189 seats as of now.

In view of the counting process of the General Election to the West Bengal Legislative Assembly, which is expected to continue throughout the day to complete the entire process of counting, and in order to maintain public order, peace and tranquility within the jurisdiction of Kolkata Police, it is hereby notified that no victory procession, rally, or public celebration in connection with election results shall be carried out on May 4. This restriction shall apply uniformly to all political parties or groups without exception: Kolkata Police Victory processions, if any, may be conducted on May 5 or thereafter, only after obtaining prior permission from the Officer-in-Charge of the concerned Police Station. All such permitted processions shall strictly adhere to the prevailing rules and guidelines and the conditions imposed in the permission: Kolkata Police

"I request all counting agents and candidates not to leave the counting area. This is BJP's plan. Since yesterday, I have been saying that they will show their results first and ours later in the first two or three rounds. Counting has been stopped after two or three rounds in about 100 locations. Seven machines were found in Kalyani where there was no match. It's a total forceful use of central forces to oppress the Trinamool Congress everywhere, breaking offices, and forcibly occupying them. You have seen how they looted votes in the name of SIR to win the seats they could. But there are still 70-100 seats where we are leading, which they are not reporting. They are feeding entirely false news. The Election Commission is playing according to its will, along with the central forces. Our police are working under the central forces with complete submission. Therefore, I will tell all our counting agents and all our party workers not to be so upset. I said you would win after sunset. Even if three or four rounds have been counted, there are 14-18 rounds in total. You will win then. Wait and watch. We are with you. Don't be afraid. We will fight like tiger cubs," said Mamata Banerjee.

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee has blamed SIR for the emerging poll debacle in the 2026 assembly elections, while expressing cautious optimism that final results could still favour TMC. Banerjee specifically pointed to 'SIR'- likely referencing Suvendu Adhikari's role or broader opposition strategies—as a key factor behind TMC's apparent setbacks during ongoing vote counting. Despite early trends, she urged supporters to stay patient, stating "still have hopes, wait for polling to end," amid live updates from the Election Commission's tallying of 293 seats.

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