Sitai (SC) is a Scheduled Caste–reserved assembly constituency situated in Cooch Behar district of West Bengal. Located in the northern part of the state, the constituency is largely rural, with agriculture serving as the primary source of livelihood. Paddy cultivation, small-scale farming, and daily wage labour dominate the local economy. Electoral outcomes here often reflect broader political currents in north Bengal, where contests between major parties have become increasingly competitive.
In the 2021 West Bengal Assembly elections, Sitai (SC) was won by Jagadish Chandra Barma Basunia of the All India Trinamool Congress (AITC). He defeated his closest rival from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) by a margin of 4,378 votes. The narrow victory margin indicated a tightly contested race and underscored the constituency’s status as a competitive seat rather than a firm stronghold for any single party.
Key issues in Sitai (SC) centre on rural development and economic security. Agricultural challenges remain a major concern, particularly those related to irrigation, crop pricing, and vulnerability to floods and adverse weather conditions. Farmers and agricultural labourers often seek greater financial support and improved access to government schemes.