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West Bengal assembly by-elections: Nandigram BJP victory
Overview
The Election Commission of India scheduled by-elections for the Nandigram and Rejinagar Assembly constituencies in West Bengal for October 6, with vote counting on October 9. Political volatility has increased due to the split of the Trinamool Congress (TMC) into the ‘Mamata All India Trinamool Congress’ and the Ritabrata Banerjee-led ‘Democratic Trinamool Congress’.
In Nandigram, tensions remained high following the arrest of Congress candidate Milan Pradhan. On October 4, the Election Commission ordered the immediate replacement of the Nandigram Police Station inspector-in-charge, Ajay Kumar Mishra, with Debasish Sarkar. Ahead of the vote, Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari intensified campaigning, alleging that the previous TMC administration used police to file false cases against BJP leaders.
On October 6, voting commenced under heavy security, including 37 companies of Central Armed Police Forces. In Nandigram, the BJP fielded Hasirani Rath, while the Mamata Banerjee-led TMC faction supported the Congress candidate, Milan Pradhan, to strengthen the INDIA bloc. In Rejinagar, the AJUP fielded Ghulam Nabi Azad to contest against the BJP, TMC, Congress, and CPI(M).
Following the BJP's victory in Nandigram, Suvendu Adhikari cautioned party members against displaying ‘arrogance or pride’ after the win. He pledged to expedite local infrastructure projects, including railways, bridges, and medical services at the Nandigram Super Specialty Hospital, while maintaining his connection to the constituency as a voter.
Entities
Nandigram · Trinamool Congress · Suvendu Adhikari · Mamata Banerjee · Bharatiya Janata Party
Claims
What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.
- [● 5 SOURCES] Rabiul Alam Chowdhury reversed his decision to withdraw from the Rejinagar Assembly bypoll contest.
- [● 5 SOURCES] Chowdhury cited difficulties with the new election symbol and pressure on party workers as reasons for his initial withdrawal.
- [● 4 SOURCES] Sanchita Pradhan Dey, the Mamata Banerjee camp candidate for Nandigram, withdrew from the contest.
- [● 4 SOURCES] The bypolls for Nandigram and Rejinagar are scheduled for October 6, with counting on October 9.
- [● 3 SOURCES] The Election Commission allotted the name ‘Mamata All India Trinamool Congress’ and the ‘Football Player’ symbol to the Mamata Banerjee-led faction.
- [● 3 SOURCES] The Ritabrata Banerjee-led faction was allotted the name ‘Democratic Trinamool Congress’ and the ‘Envelope’ symbol.
- [● 3 SOURCES] Police arrested Congress candidate Milan Pradhan in connection with a 2007 murder case.
- [● 3 SOURCES] Mamata Banerjee announced support for Congress candidate Milan Pradhan in Nandigram following Sanchita Pradhan Dey's withdrawal.
Timeline
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[POLITICS] 2 sourcesSuvendu Adhikari warns BJP leaders following Nandigram victory
Following a BJP victory in the Nandigram by-election, Suvendu Adhikari warned party members against arrogance and urged them to maintain disciplined conduct to avoid political controversy.
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[POLITICS] 3 sourcesWest Bengal holds by-elections in Nandigram and Reginagar
By-elections are underway in West Bengal's Nandigram and Reginagar seats amid high security. The BJP and TMC-aligned factions are competing in a contest with significant regional political implications.
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[POLITICS] 6 sourcesSuvendu Adhikari campaigns in Nandigram ahead of bye-election
West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari is campaigning in Nandigram for the upcoming bye-election, alleging past political harassment and promoting the BJP's development agenda.
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[POLITICS] 8 sourcesElection Commission replaces Nandigram police chief before bypoll
The Election Commission of India replaced the Nandigram Police Station inspector-in-charge one day before the high-stakes Assembly bypoll in West Bengal.
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[POLITICS] 4 sourcesSuvendu Adhikari campaigns for Nandigram and Rejinagar by-elections
West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari is campaigning for the October 6 Nandigram and Rejinagar by-elections, appealing to minority voters and disputing the 2021 details of Mamata Banerjee’s injury.
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[POLITICS] 2 sourcesDilip Ghosh claims BJP support ahead of West Bengal by-elections
West Bengal minister Dilip Ghosh claims BJP support is growing ahead of Nandigram and Rajinagar by-elections, alleging the opposition lacks candidates to contest the polls.
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[POLITICS] 13 sourcesWest Bengal bypolls face political volatility and candidate shifts
West Bengal bypolls face high drama as Mamata Banerjee’s faction candidate in Rejinagar reverses a withdrawal decision, while the faction shifts support to Congress in Nandigram following a candidate's exit.
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[POLITICS] 2 sourcesWest Bengal by-elections set for Nandigram and Rejinagar
West Bengal by-elections for Nandigram and Rejinagar are set for October 6, featuring a contest between the BJP and rival TMC factions.
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[POLITICS] 7 sourcesWest Bengal bypolls: Candidates announced for Nandigram and Rejinagar
West Bengal bypolls for Nandigram and Rejinagar are scheduled for October 6. Major parties including Congress, CPI(M), and TMC have announced candidates amid ongoing symbol disputes.
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[POLITICS] 2 sourcesWBCHSE postpones Class 12 exams due to West Bengal by-elections
The WBCHSE has rescheduled Class 12 third-semester exams to October 12–14 due to upcoming by-elections in Nandigram and Rejinagar on October 6.
Sources
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