West Bengal is witnessing intense political activity ahead of the upcoming assembly elections. Today marks a significant day in the state’s political landscape. Union Home Minister Amit Shah is on a visit to West Bengal, attending government programs in Barrackpore and Siliguri while addressing party workers. His presence is expected to energize the BJP cadre and shape the electoral narrative against the ruling TMC. Simultaneously, Humayun Kabir, expelled from TMC, is launching his new party, Janta Unnayan Party, with a large rally in Murshidabad’s Reji Nagar. Notably, Asaduddin Owaisi’s AIMIM will also participate, indicating an emerging political alliance. The rally is expected to attract around one million supporters, reflecting its scale and potential impact on voter sentiment. Demographically, West Bengal’s Hindu-Muslim population is politically significant, with Muslims forming 27% of the population across constituencies. In the 2019 Lok Sabha elections, TMC secured 60% of Muslim votes, while BJP received just 3%; by 2024, TMC’s share rose to 73% and BJP to 7%, highlighting shifting dynamics. Analysts suggest these events could influence coalition strategies, voter mobilization, and electoral outcomes. Today’s developments underline the intensifying battle between TMC, BJP, and emerging parties in West Bengal’s high-stakes electoral contest.

