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Didi’s Bengal fortress crumbles as TMC slips and BJP surges across key seats

Politics
Published on 4 May 2026
Didi’s Bengal fortress crumbles as TMC slips and BJP surges across key seats

Voters may be moving beyond her era fast

Mamata Banerjee’s political hold on West Bengal is showing visible strain as the BJP posts significant gains across the state. After years of dominance, the Trinamool Congress now faces a tougher electoral challenge, signaling a possible shift in Bengal’s political map. The report points to an erosion of Banerjee’s persona as voters appear to look past her legacy.

  • BJP is gaining ground in West Bengal
  • TMC’s grip looks weaker in the latest election
  • The contest hints at a political realignment
  • Erosion of Banerjee’s influence is a major theme
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