Bengal Buzz: ‘Bhoj’ and Outsider Jibes Shake BJP’s Siliguri Prospects Before Polls

Brief By Hindustan Times / 4:28 PM on 20 Apr 2026

Ahead of West Bengal elections, Siliguri reflects deep political uncertainty as voters remain divided between TMC and BJP. Concerns over jobs, identity politics, and ‘outsider’ labels dominate conversations. Ground reports indicate muted public voices, with equal support for both parties. While TMC banks on past performance, BJP pushes expansion, making the contest highly competitive and unpredictable.