Kaliaganj election result 2026: BJP's Utpal Maharaj won by 76,425 votes defeating TMC's Nitai Baishya

In West Bengal's Kaliaganj, Bharatiya Janata Party's Utpal Maharaj defeated Trinamool Congress' Nitai Baishya by 76,425 votes. Maharaj secured 1,58,349 votes, with Baishya trailing with 81,924 votes.Kaliaganj is a general (unreserved) constituency in Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal. In 2026, the candidates include Nitai Baishya of the Trinamool Congress (TMC), Utpal Maharaj of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), and Girdhari Pramanik of the Congress.In the 2021 West Bengal Assembly elections, Kaliyaganj was won by Pramatha Nath Roy of the TMC, who defeated his nearest rival from the BJP by a margin of approximately 9,000 votes, reflecting a competitive political environment with voter support divided between the two major parties.The constituency is largely rural, with paddy cultivation, jute farming, small businesses, and daily wage labour dominating the local economy. Kaliyaganj town acts as a commercial centre providing markets and services for surrounding villages. Key issues include rural development, agriculture, and infrastructure. Farmers frequently highlight concerns related to irrigation, crop pricing, and flood management. Residents also emphasise the need for better road connectivity, 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%.