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BJP to form govt in West Bengal for 1st time as it crosses majority mark
short by Arshiya Chopra / on Monday, 4 May, 2026
BJP is set to form its government in West Bengal for the first time as it crossed the majority mark of 148 seats in the state assembly elections. While BJP has won 156 seats, it is currently leading on 52 seats. Meanwhile, Mamata Banerjee-led TMC has won 55 seats and is currently leading on 24 seats.