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Following their swearing-in, BJP MLAs Agnimitra Paul, Dilip Ghosh, and tapas roy organized a 'fish festival' across Kolkata to counter perceptions of the party's aversion to non-vegetarian food. The events, attended by numerous party workers and locals, featured traditional 'machh-bhat' lunches, aiming to reassure voters about preserving Bengali culinary identity.

Television star Rupali Ganguly celebrated Mother's Day with a heartfelt message, defining motherhood beyond birth to include anyone who nurtures children with love. Sharing a video from the sets of 'Anupamaa' with her pets, she emphasized that a mother's love is a universal gift. The actress, known for her iconic roles, highlighted the profound maternal bond.

Trinamool Congress faced a significant setback in Kolkata, losing its stronghold and several key seats to the BJP. High-profile defeats included senior ministers and the deputy mayor, marking a stark contrast to previous elections. While some victories offered solace, the overall results signal a major shift in the city's political landscape.

Trinamool Congress's dominance in Kolkata crumbled as anti-incumbency led to significant electoral losses, including party chief Mamata Banerjee and several ministers. The BJP made inroads into traditional Trinamool strongholds, securing key urban seats. Despite the overall setback, a few senior Trinamool leaders managed to retain their constituencies in face-saving victories.

In a historic electoral upset, the BJP has secured its first-ever assembly election victory in West Bengal, unseating Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee after 15 years. The results, reflecting a record 92.47% voter turnout, saw the BJP's "Bhoy out, Bharosa in" slogan resonate strongly, surpassing the TMC's "Maa maati manush" narrative.

West Bengal's 2026 Assembly Elections are heating up as polling concludes, with key constituencies poised to decide the fate of the TMC and BJP. High-profile battles like Bhabanipur and Nandigram are drawing national attention, while regional strongholds and volatile seats add to the suspense. Voter list controversies also mark this crucial election.

The Trinamool Congress staged a protest in Kolkata, alleging EVM tampering and procedural lapses in strongrooms before the West Bengal assembly polls. The party accused the BJP and Election Commission of collusion, while the EC asserted the strongrooms were secure and footage showed routine postal ballot segregation.

Political parties in Kolkata embraced Bengali New Year celebrations, shifting focus from typical election campaigns to cultural events. Candidates from Trinamool Congress, BJP, and Left parties participated in rallies and gatherings, incorporating traditional elements like music, dance, and symbols of Bengali identity to connect with voters.

An FIR names Trinamool candidate Ratna Chatterjee and others in a vandalism case at a BJP office in Kolkata's Parnasree area. Police arrested six Trinamool workers, though some were later released. Chatterjee denied her party's involvement, blaming the BJP for inciting unrest. Opposition leader Suvendu Adhikari criticized the arrests as politically motivated.

West Bengal's election campaign kicked off with vibrant displays. Candidates from TMC, BJP, and CPM engaged in unique tactics, from carrying fish to dispelling narratives, to using traditional music and distributing personal contact details. The diverse strategies aimed to connect with voters and highlight key issues, setting a colorful tone for the upcoming polls.

Veteran TMC leader tapas roy hinted at quitting the Mamata Banerjee-led party due to displeasure over its functioning, handling of the Sandeshkhali issue, lack of support during his residence raid by the Enforcement Directorate (ED), and corruption allegations. He is expected to resign as TMC MLA today afternoon.