West Bengal elections: Identity politics in Vijay-vs-Vijay poll fight
TNN / Apr 25, 2026, 22:08 (IST)
Jorasanko's assembly election features a 'Vijay-versus-Vijay' contest, blending identity politics with local issues. Trinamool's Vijay Upadhyay emphasizes religious development and school revival, while BJP's Vijay Ojha targets traders and Hindi-speaking voters, banking on past Lok Sabha gains. Both candidates address civic concerns like waterlogging and garbage in this historically rich, diverse constituency.