West Bengal polls 2026
In West Bengal’s Madarihat (ST) seat, BJP candidate Lakshman Limbu defeated TMC candidate Jayprakash Toppo by 40,910 votes. Limbu got 1,02,488 votes while Toppo got 61,578 votes.Madarihat (ST) is a Scheduled Tribe-reserved constituency in Alipurduar district of West Bengal, situated in the Dooars region and known for its tea gardens, forest areas, and proximity to key wildlife zones such as Jaldapara. In 2026, the candidates include Jayprakash Toppo of the Trinamool Congress (TMC), Lakshman Limbu of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), and Dr. Joy Prafulla Lakra of the Congress.In the 2021 West Bengal Assembly elections, Madarihat (ST) was won by Manoj Tigga of the BJP, who defeated his nearest rival from the TMC by a margin of approximately 34,000 votes.
Election Results 2026
The decisive result reflected the BJP’s expanding influence across several tribal-dominated constituencies in the Dooars region.The electorate comprises a significant tribal population along with other rural communities dependent on tea plantation work, agriculture, tourism, and small-scale trade. Key issues largely revolve around livelihood security and development. Tea garden workers frequently highlight concerns related to wages, job stability, housing, and access to healthcare facilities, while irregular employment and economic uncertainty remain persistent challenges.The constituency went to polls on April 23, as part of Phase 1. Alipurduar district recorded a voter turnout of 93.2%
