Agartala, May 04: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has secured a thumping victory in West Bengal, ending 15-year rule of Mamata Banerjee-led Trinamool Congress.

The people of Bengal have spoken with unmatched clarity, scripting a historic chapter with their overwhelming support for the BJP. Beyond numbers and seats, this victory reflects the aspirations, emotions, and long-suppressed hopes of millions who dreamed of change, development, and a new political dawn in the state.

From the narrow lanes of villages to the bustling streets of Kolkata, chants of celebration echoed as party workers and supporters embraced each other with tears of joy and pride. For many, this triumph is not merely an electoral success, but the culmination of years of relentless struggle, sacrifice, and unwavering belief in a stronger and brighter Bengal.

The verdict is also being seen as a strong public response to years of alleged political violence, corruption charges, syndicate culture, and accusations of authoritarianism under the TMC regime. Many voters expressed frustration over unemployment, intimidation of opposition workers, and what they described as the erosion of democratic space in the state.

The BJP’s rise, supporters believe, symbolizes a rejection of fear-based politics and a demand for transparency, accountability, and inclusive governance. As celebrations continue across Bengal, the outcome has undoubtedly altered the political landscape of the state in a dramatic and emotional fashion.

The BJP has won 207 seats to secure more than two-thirds majority in the Assembly. TMC trailed far behind, managing to win 80. Out of 294 assembly seats, results have been declared for 293 constituencies.

The Election Commission countermanded polls in the adjacent Falta constituency, citing severe electoral offences and subversion of democratic process during polling in a large number of booths. The fresh poll in that seat will take place on 21st of this month and counting on 24th of May.

Congress and Aam Janata Unnayan Party secured two seats each, CPI-M clinched one seat. For the first time since 1972, West Bengal is set to be governed by a party that is also in power at the Centre. 

Voting for 294 seats in West Bengal was held in two phases on 23rd and 29th of last month. West Bengal registered record voter turnout of 92.47 per cent in two-phase polling– the highest since Independence.

More than 2.5 lakh personnel of the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), along with state police, were deployed in the run-up to the counting.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s message:

“The Lotus blooms in West Bengal! The 2026 West Bengal Assembly Elections will be remembered forever. People's power has prevailed and BJP's politics of good governance has triumphed. I bow to each and every person of West Bengal. The people have given a spectacular mandate to BJP and I assure them that our Party will do everything possible to fulfil the dreams and aspirations of the people of West Bengal. We will provide a Government that ensures opportunity and dignity to all sections of society.”

Suvendu Adhikary defeats CM Mamata Banerjee:

In Bengal, BJP candidate Suvendu Adhikari defeated Chief Minister and TMC supremo Mamata Banerjee in the Bhabanipur assembly constituency by more than 15,000 votes.

The state will be witnessing its first BJP government since Independence as the Trinamool Congress (TMC) suffered the defeat after 15 years in power.

Other Prominent BJP candidates who registered win include, Agnimitra Paul from Asansol Dakshin constituency and Karfa Soumen from the Bhatar seat. Party candidate and one of the Sandeshkhali victims, Rekha Patra won from Hingalganj constituency. BJP candidate Subrata Maitra defeated Senior Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury in Baharampur seat.

On the other hand, TMC’s Reyar Hossain Sarkar has emerged victorious from the Bhagawangola seat. Aam Janata Unnayan Party (AJUP) chief Humayun Kabir has won both Nowda and Rejinagar seats. 

Repolling was held in 11 booths of Magrahat Paschim and four in Diamond Harbour assembly segment on 2nd of May.

Poll results in other states:

While debutant Tamilaga Vetri Kazhagam or TVK has emerged as largest party in Tamil Nadu, in other Assembly elections, Assam and Puducherry have re-elected BJP, while the Congress-led UDF has come to power in Keralam. 

In Tamil Nadu, actor-turned-politician Vijay’s party, Tamilaga Vetri Kazhagam, TVK has created history emerging as the single largest party after winning 108 seats in the first election contested after its formation.The party is falling short of 10 seats for the majority to form the government in 234 member Assembly. The election has produced hung Assembly in the state. TVK has emerges as largest party with 108 seats. TVK Chief C Joseph Vijay won both Perambur and Tiruchy East seats. The ruling DMK secured 59 seats, while its main rival, the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam, won 47 seats.

Chief Minister M. K. Stalin lost to TVK candidate V. S. Babu at Kolathur in Chennai. However, his son and Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin retained Chepauk-Thiruvallikeni.Former Chief Minister O. Panneerselvam, who recently joined the DMK, won from Bodinayakanur constituency. Among other parties, the PMK won 4 seats, and the Congress secured 5. The BJP, DMDK and AMMK won one seat each. The CPI M, VCK, and Indian Union Muslim League secured two seats each.

In Assam, the ruling BJP-led NDA has secured a historic third consecutive term, surpassing the 64-seat majority mark in the 126-member assembly. The BJP has bagged 82 seats, while its allies Asom Gana Parishad (AGP) has won nine seats and Bodoland People’s Front has secured 10 seats. On the other hand, Congress has gained 19 seats, All India United Democratic Front and Raijor dal clinched two seats each and TMC has secured one seat. In Keralam, the Congress led UDF has clinched a decisive win. While the Congress won 63 seats, its ally IUML added 22, giving the alliance a dominant edge across the state. Almost all the prominent UDF leaders were elected with clear majorities across the state. From the ruling LDF, CPI M secured 26, CPI 8 and RJD got one seat. The BJP, which had no representation in the Assembly, has secured three seats this time. Party State President Rajeev Chandrasekhar secured a stunning victory from Nemom in Thiruvananthapuram.

In Puducherry, the National Democratic Alliance, NDA has regained power, securing a comfortable majority of 18 in the 30-member House. Among its constituents, the All India NR Congress has won 12 seats, the BJP 4 seats while other allies ADMK and LJK grabbed one seat each. Congress managed to win only one seat, while Independents won three.