High-Stakes Showdown: Suvendu Adhikari Files Nomination for Bhabanipur

BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari filed his nomination for the Bhabanipur assembly seat with Union Home Minister Amit Shah accompanying him. This event marked a key moment in the 2026 West Bengal assembly elections. Adhikari aims to challenge Mamata Banerjee on her home turf in a highly anticipated political battle.

BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari has officially filed his nomination for the Bhabanipur assembly seat, making a significant move in West Bengal's political landscape. His nomination was notably marked by a presence of top brass, as Union Home Minister Amit Shah and other senior BJP figures accompanied him.

The nomination process followed a vibrant roadshow through Bhabanipur and nearby areas, where chants of 'Jai Shri Ram' and 'BJP zindabad' echoed through the streets. Adhikari is also contesting from Nandigram, where he is a sitting MLA, highlighting his strategic positioning in the 2026 assembly elections.

The Bhabanipur contest is set to be one of the most closely watched battles, as Adhikari aims to unseat Mamata Banerjee in her own territory. The elections are scheduled for April 23 and 29, with results expected on May 4, making this race a focal point for the state's political future.

(With inputs from agencies.)