BJP's First List for Bengal Polls Out: Suvendu Challenges Mamata in Bhabanipur & Nandigram

• BJP releases its first list of 144 candidates for the West Bengal Assembly elections.
• Suvendu Adhikari to contest from two key seats: Bhabanipur, Mamata Banerjee's traditional stronghold, and Nandigram, where he defeated her in 2021.
• This dual candidacy by Suvendu directly challenges Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee in her own backyard.
• Former Indian cricketer Ashok Dinda fielded from Moyna constituency, marking his political debut.
• Prominent candidates include Dilip Ghosh from Kharagpur Sadar and Agnimitra Paul from Asansol South; 10 women candidates are also on the list.