The Ranaghat Uttar Purba Assembly constituency in West Bengal is set for a high-stakes electoral battle in 2026. Key candidates include TMC's Barnali Dey Roy, BJP's Ashim Biswas, and Congress's Nitya Gopal Mondal. This seat has historically been a stronghold of the Trinamool Congress, but the BJP has been making inroads in recent elections.
Key Candidates
The main contenders for the Ranaghat Uttar Purba seat are:
- Barnali Dey Roy (Trinamool Congress) - Incumbent MLA seeking re-election.
- Ashim Biswas (Bharatiya Janata Party) - Former MLA and strong challenger.
- Nitya Gopal Mondal (Indian National Congress) - Veteran politician.
Constituency Profile
Ranaghat Uttar Purba is one of the 294 assembly constituencies in West Bengal. It comprises parts of the Ranaghat subdivision in Nadia district. The constituency has a diverse electorate with significant rural and urban populations. Key issues include infrastructure development, employment, and agricultural concerns.
Previous Election Results
In the 2021 West Bengal Assembly election, TMC's Barnali Dey Roy won the seat with a margin of over 10,000 votes. The BJP's Ashim Biswas came second. The Congress candidate finished third.
Live Updates
Stay tuned for live updates on the counting of votes, candidate statements, and reactions from party workers. The election results will be declared by the Election Commission of India on the scheduled date.
This article will be updated with the latest developments as they unfold. For more details, follow our coverage of the West Bengal Assembly elections 2026.
