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Domkal assembly election 2026 Humayun Kabir vs Mostafijur Rahaman tight race with CPM revival signs
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Published on 4 May 2026
A CPM comeback in a traditional stronghold could flip Domkal
Domkal in West Bengal is witnessing a close contest in 2026, with former IPS officer Humayun Kabir facing CPI(M) candidate Mostafijur Rahaman. While Trinamool Congress seeks a fourth straight term, CPI(M) is signaling a revival after strong 2024 Lok Sabha results. In a historic CPM bastion, the battle looks competitive and unpredictable.
- Humayun Kabir of TMC and Mostafijur Rahaman of CPI(M) are locked in a tight fight
- TMC aims for a fourth consecutive term in Domkal
- CPI(M) is showing renewed momentum after 2024 Lok Sabha strength
- Domkal’s historically CPM-leaning base makes the contest high stakes
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