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TMC and BJP in West Bengal elections favor turncoats over experienced leaders, triggering protests. Both parties defend decisions based on winnability and political strategy . Notable turncoats like Biswajit Das fielded by TMC.
Dum Dum Lok Sabha constituency in North 24 Parganas District, which has a history of changing its voting pattern in consecutive elections since 1977, will be an interesting watch this time, with three veteran politicians clashing with each .