Itahar election result 2026: TMC's Mosaraf Hussain wins defeating BJP's Sabita Barman by 27,878 votes

In West Bengal's Itahar, Mosaraf Hussain of the Trinamool Congress emerged winner with 98,172 votes. He defeated BJP's Sabita Barman by 27,878 votes. Itahar is a general (unreserved) constituency in Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal. In 2026, the candidates include Mosaraf Hussain of the Trinamool Congress (TMC), Sabita Barman of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), and Amal Acharya of the Congress.In the 2021 West Bengal Assembly elections, Itahar was won by Mosaraf Hussen of the TMC, who defeated his nearest rival from the BJP by a margin of approximately 10,000 votes, indicating strong support for the ruling party while highlighting the constituency's competitive nature.The constituency is predominantly rural, with paddy cultivation, jute farming, and small-scale trade dominating livelihoods. Small towns in the area provide basic commercial and service activities for surrounding villages. Key issues revolve around rural development, agriculture, and infrastructure. Farmers frequently raise concerns regarding irrigation facilities, fair crop pricing, and protection from floods. Road connectivity, electricity reliability, and access to clean drinking water are also major concerns for residents.The constituency went to polls on April 23, as part of Phase 1. Uttar Dinajpur district recorded a voter turnout of 94.16%.