TMC Hit by Last-Minute Shock as Falta Candidate Withdraws Before Repoll

Kolkata, May 19, 2026 The political atmosphere in West Bengal intensified ahead of the Falta assembly repoll after Trinamool Congress candidate Jahangir Khan unexpectedly withdrew from the contest just before voting.

The development has drawn significant attention as the constituency is considered politically important in the state’s ongoing power struggle between the ruling TMC and the BJP. The Election Commission had ordered fresh polling in Falta following allegations of violence and irregularities during the earlier election process.

Amid rising political tension, Jahangir Khan announced that he would step away from the contest and also stated that he would not participate in elections in the future. His withdrawal came at a crucial moment, adding fresh uncertainty to the electoral battle in the constituency.

The BJP quickly targeted the ruling party over the incident, questioning the absence of senior TMC leaders from the campaign trail in the region. Political attacks also intensified after remarks made by opposition leaders regarding the situation in Falta, turning the repoll into a high-profile political contest closely watched across Bengal. Jahangir Khan’s sudden exit has further fueled discussions about the challenges being faced by the Trinamool Congress ahead of the repoll. With voting now approaching, the Falta constituency has become a key battleground that could shape the political narrative in West Bengal in the coming days.