Chopra election result 2026: TMC's Hamidul Rahaman defeated BJP's Shankar Adhikari by 69,124 votes

In West Bengal's Chopra constituency, TMC's Hamidul Rahaman defeated BJP's Shankar Adhikari by 69,124 votes. Rahaman got 1,20,986 votes while Adhikari got 51,862 votes.Chopra is a general (unreserved) constituency in Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal. In 2026, the candidates include Hamidul Rahaman of the Trinamool Congress (TMC), Shankar Adhikari of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), and Zakir Abedin of the Congress.In the 2021 West Bengal Assembly elections, Chopra was won by Hamidul Rahman of the TMC, who defeated his nearest rival from the BJP by a margin of approximately 7,500 votes, indicating strong support for the ruling party while highlighting a competitive political environment.The constituency is primarily rural, with paddy cultivation, jute farming, small-scale trade, and daily wage labour dominating livelihoods. Key issues revolve around rural development, agriculture, and basic infrastructure. Farmers often raise concerns related to irrigation facilities, crop pricing, and protection from floods. Road connectivity, drainage systems, and reliable electricity remain important for both farmers and local traders.The constituency went to polls on April 23, as part of Phase 1. Uttar Dinajpur district recorded a voter turnout of 94.16%