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In the Bankura Lok Sabha constituency, election excitement is notably absent despite typical election paraphernalia. Polling is scheduled for May 25, but locals remain indifferent, prioritizing daily life. BJP s Subhas Sarkar, TMC s Arup Chakraborty, and CPI(M) s Nilanjan Dasgupta are contesting. Sarkar, a Union Minister, claims confidence in victory, while Chakraborty, a local MLA, emphasizes his grassroots connection. The CPI(M) hopes to reclaim lost votes. The constituency s recent political history shows fluctuating support, making the outcome uncertain. Assembly elections in the region indicate a competitive landscape between BJP and TMC.
Get latest articles and stories on India at LatestLY. Colourful poll graffiti, street corner meetings and flags of different parties on tree branches, the usual paraphernalia associated with elections, are all visible in every nook and corner of the Bankura Lok Sabha seat, except the poll fever among people which seems to be missing. India News | Poll Fever Missing in Bankura as a Doctor, Two Lawyers Fight It out.