West Bengal election 2026: Mamata Banerjee files nomination from Bhabanipur; sets stage for high-stakes poll contest

Mamata Banerjee, the Chief Minister of West Bengal, filed her nomination as the Trinamool Congress's candidate for the Bhabanipur constituency on Wednesday, April 8, 2026. She faces a formidable challenge from Suvendu Adhikari, the Leader of Opposition and BJP heavyweight, who is also contesting from the same seat. Amit Shah, the Union Home Minister, campaigned for Adhikari when he filed his nomination last week. The high-profile contest has been marked by tensions between TMC and BJP supporters.