Matigara-Naxalbari (SC) is a Scheduled Caste–reserved assembly constituency located in Darjeeling district of West Bengal. The constituency includes semi-urban areas near Siliguri as well as rural villages in the Naxalbari and Matigara regions. Its economy is a mix of agriculture, small businesses, trade, and services, with tea gardens and horticulture forming a significant part of local livelihoods. Being close to Siliguri, the constituency experiences a blend of urban development pressures and rural concerns, making it politically significant.
In the 2021 West Bengal Assembly elections, Matigara-Naxalbari (SC) was won by Anandamoy Barman of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). He defeated his nearest rival from the All India Trinamool Congress (AITC) by a margin of around 15,000 votes. The victory highlighted BJP’s influence in semi-urban constituencies of north Bengal, while also indicating the constituency’s competitive nature.
Key issues in Matigara-Naxalbari (SC) revolve around infrastructure, employment, and agriculture. Residents demand improved road connectivity, better drainage systems, reliable electricity, and access to safe drinking water. Farmers and tea garden workers frequently raise concerns about crop prices, irrigation, wage security, and employment stability.