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A proposed Babri Masjid construction project in Beldanga, Murshidabad, has become a major political flashpoint in West Bengal ahead of elections. While boundary wall construction is underway and a small ecosystem of local vendors has developed around the site, the project continues amid political tension and uncertainty. Locals report reduced pace of work due to heat and the election season, though around two dozen workers remain active on site.The project is being led by MLA Humayun Kabir and is planned to include a mosque, hospital, and guest house, funded through public donations. The initiative has drawn sharp political reactions, with Trinamool Congress leaders accusing Kabir of engaging in religion-based politics, while opposition leaders have also raised concerns over its political implications. A controversy involving a leaked video and alliance breakdowns has further intensified the situation. As construction continues, the project stands at the intersection of religion, politics, and electoral narratives in Bengal.