Defections and Electoral Strategy: How Turncoats Are Redefining West Bengal Politics
Defections have become a strategic tool in West Bengal politics. From 2011 to 2021, defectors contested elections with increasing frequency and success, with Trinamool Congress and BJP both fielding turncoats to maximize winnability. High-profile switches, like Suvendu Adhikari’s Nandigram victory in 2021, illustrate the potential impact on election results. In 2026, defections are expected to influence candidate lists and voter dynamics across the state.
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