The Indian National Congress on Wednesday released its second list of nine candidates for the upcoming West Bengal Assembly elections. The party has also replaced its candidate in one constituency.
With this, the total number of candidates announced by Congress has risen to 293. Contesting the elections independently this time, Congress has made its intention clear to fight in all 294 Assembly seats of the state.
The new nine names have been added to the earlier list of 284 candidates. In Gajol (SC) constituency, the party has replaced its previously announced candidate Sanjay Sarkar with Prem Chowdhury.I Jewels Lastest Stylish Multicolour Metal Plain Velvet Chuda Bangles Set For Women And Girls (ADB327) (Set of 48)
This change indicates a strategic adjustment within the party. The West Bengal Assembly elections are scheduled to be held in two phases on April 23 and April 29. Without any alliance, Congress is testing its independent strength in the state.
Senior leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury will contest from Baharampur, while former TMC MP Mausam Noor has been fielded from Malatipur.Operation Epic Fury: Trump Claims Military Victory, Sets Five-Day Countdown to Dismantle Iran’s Power Grid
The list, which includes both senior and new faces, reflects the seriousness of the Congress in the polls.The party aims to regain its traditional base in West Bengal.
The candidate change in Gajol may be based on local feedback and worker opinions. With 293 candidates announced, Congress is likely to declare a few more names for the remaining seats soon. In the direct contest between TMC and BJP, Congress is trying to establish itself as the third force. Catholic Bishops raise alarm over FCRA cancellations targeting Christian NGOs, hospitals & schools.
Party leaders have stated that the list represents all sections of society, with adequate representation given to women, SC, ST, and minority communities. Congress workers are actively engaged in election preparations and are working to attract voters.
Expectations are rising that Congress could once again emerge as a strong option in the state's politics. Overall, the release of the second list and the candidate change form part of Congress's election strategy. President Droupadi Murmu Grants Assent to Transgender Persons Amendment Act 2026: New Law Now in Effect..!
Voters in West Bengal are keenly watching the performance of the party, which is contesting alone without any alliance this time. Whether Congress succeeds in reuniting its traditional supporters will be known only after the election results.