The BJP wins big in West Bengal Assembly Elections 2026: Results at a glance
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Summary
After winning 206 (of 294) Assembly seats in West Bengal, the BJP is set to form a government in the State for the first time. Here are the results, with supporting graphics, at a glance
Key Facts
Type Policy
Source The Hindu - National
Published Tuesday, 5 May 2026
Affected Population ~850 million internet users, 75,000+ startups
Key Numbers
Rs 15,000 crore for Digital India initiatives
UPI: 14 billion monthly transactions
850 million+ Aadhaar-linked mobiles
PM-JAY: 55 crore beneficiaries
Key Authorities
Key Stakeholders
Government Context
NDA III BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right
Amendment History
2 changes recorded for this policy.
Description Wednesday, 6 May 2026 via the_hindu_policy
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Description Wednesday, 6 May 2026 via the_hindu_policy
The BJP won 82 of 126 seats, asserting their dominance in the State’s political landscape. Altogether, the BJP-led NEDA has swept the elections by winning 102 seats and the Congress-led Asom Sonmilito Morcha has secured 21 seats.