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BJP’s Dilip Ghosh wins Kharagpur Sadar as West Bengal power balance shifts fast
Politics
Published on 5 May 2026
His victory message hints at a deeper political shift
BJP’s Dilip Ghosh has won the Kharagpur Sadar seat in West Bengal’s Assembly elections, delivering a major milestone for the party in the state. The BJP’s seat tally improved beyond prior performances, while Trinamool Congress finished second. The result signals a changing political landscape in West Bengal, with voters reshaping the contest beyond established lines.
- Dilip Ghosh wins Kharagpur Sadar for BJP in West Bengal
- BJP improves on earlier performance with a stronger seat count
- Trinamool Congress takes second place in the constituency race
- The outcome suggests a shifting political landscape in the state
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