Hemtabad election result 2026: TMC's Satyajit Barman loses to BJP's Haripada Barman

In West Bengal's Hemtabad, BJP's Haripada Barman emerged winner, defeating TMC's Satyajit Barman by 12,361 votes. Haripada Barman got 1,15,529 votes, while Satyajit Barman trail behind with 1,03,168 votes. Hemtabad is a general (unreserved) constituency in Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal. In 2026, the candidates include Satyajit Barman of the Trinamool Congress (TMC), Haripada Barman of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), and Smt. Anamika Roy of the Congress.In the 2021 West Bengal Assembly elections, Hemtabad was won by Rameshwar Dhan of the TMC, who defeated his nearest rival from the BJP by a margin of approximately 11,000 votes, indicating strong support for the ruling party while reflecting a competitive electoral environment.The constituency is predominantly rural, with paddy cultivation, jute farming, small-scale trade, and daily wage labour dominating livelihoods. Hemtabad town serves as a local market hub for surrounding villages. Key issues revolve around rural development, agriculture, and basic infrastructure. Farmers frequently raise concerns about irrigation facilities, crop pricing, and flood protection. Residents also emphasise the need for better roads, reliable electricity, and access to clean drinking water.The constituency went to polls on April 23, as part of Phase 1. Uttar Dinajpur district recorded a voter turnout of 94.16%.