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In a strategic move ahead of the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, the Trinamool Congress (TMC) has officially declared its candidates for all 42 parliamentary seats in West Bengal. The announcement, made by Abhishek Banerjee, nephew of West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, signifies the party’s decision to contest the elections independently, sidelining the Congress, a member of the I.N.D.I.A bloc.
#WATCH | Kolkata: West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee says, "…Today, I will bring before you 42 candidates for the 42 Lok Sabha seats in Bengal." https://t.co/6ys0ayDCkR pic.twitter.com/hyGsyORa9E
— ANI (@ANI) March 10, 2024
TMC Unveils Full Slate of Candidates for West Bengal’s 42 Lok Sabha Seats. The notable inclusion in the list is Mahua Moitra, who was expelled from the Lok Sabha, being re-fielded from Krishnanagar. Abhishek Banerjee himself is set to enter the electoral fray and has secured a ticket from Diamond Harbour, adding a significant dynamic to the TMC’s election strategy. Additionally, former cricketer Yusuf Pathan has been nominated as the candidate for Baharampur.
This development sets the stage for a keenly contested electoral battle in West Bengal, with TMC positioning itself strategically with a comprehensive lineup of candidates. The decision to go solo in the elections underscores the party’s confidence and determination to forge its path in the political landscape of the state. As the political climate intensifies, all eyes will be on how these candidates navigate the complex electoral dynamics in West Bengal.
