Election Upset: TMC's Sujit Bose Trails in Bidhannagar

TMC's four-time MLA and former West Bengal Minister Sujit Bose is trailing behind BJP's newcomer, Sharadwat Mukherjee, in Bidhannagar by 10,750 votes. With 10,247 votes, Bose lags Mukherjee's 20,997 after the third round of counting. Bose recently faced the ED for a municipal jobs scam investigation.

The political landscape in West Bengal's Bidhannagar constituency is witnessing an unexpected shift, as TMC's seasoned politician Sujit Bose trails behind the BJP novice, Sharadwat Mukherjee. The third round of counting reveals Mukherjee's commanding lead of 10,750 votes.

According to the Election Commission website, Sujit Bose garnered 10,247 votes, while Sharadwat Mukherjee accumulated 20,997 votes. This development marks a significant challenge for Bose, a four-time MLA and outgoing West Bengal Minister.

Complicating matters for Bose is the recent scrutiny he faced from the Enforcement Directorate concerning a municipal jobs scam case. Meanwhile, Mukherjee enters the electoral arena as a debutant, adding an intriguing dynamic to this closely watched contest.