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BJP sweeps West Bengal as eastern power shifts away from regional strongmen
Politics
Published on 5 May 2026
Regional bosses lose ground as BJP redraws the map
BJP’s major victory in West Bengal signals a political shift in eastern India, displacing longstanding regional leaders. The momentum extends beyond the east, with actor Vijay’s party winning big in Tamil Nadu. Meanwhile, Congress is set to govern three states, underscoring a broader reordering of alliances and voter priorities across the country.
- BJP delivers a major win in West Bengal
- Longstanding regional strongmen lose influence
- Vijay’s party rises sharply in Tamil Nadu
- Congress gains state control as the map changes
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