West Bengal elections 2026

With 108117 votes in the Islampur constituency, Agarwal Kanaia Lal of AITC, emerged as the winner. He defeated his rival, the candidate of the BJP, Chirajit Roy, by a margin of 40,063 votes. Islampur is a general (unreserved) constituency in Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, comprising both semi-urban and rural areas. Islampur town serves as a commercial hub for surrounding villages, giving the constituency both economic and political importance within the district. In the 2021 West Bengal Assembly elections, Islampur was won by Md. Faruque of the TMC, who defeated his nearest rival from the BJP by a margin of approximately 10,200 votes, reinforcing the ruling party’s presence in the constituency.Agriculture, trade, and small businesses form the backbone of the local economy. Key issues revolve around infrastructure, agriculture, and employment. Farmers frequently highlight challenges related to irrigation, crop pricing, and access to government agricultural schemes. Road connectivity, drainage systems, and electricity supply remain major concerns, especially in rural areas.The constituency went to polls on April 23, as part of Phase 1. Uttar Dinajpur district recorded a voter turnout of 94.16%.