Bengal Elections: Left Front, ISF Seal 29-Seat Deal; Congress Leader Joins BJP

• Left Front releases third list, announces candidates for 239 out of 294 seats in West Bengal.
• Indian Secular Front (ISF) led by Naushad Siddiqui to contest 33 seats, with 29 seats agreed upon with Left Front.
• ISF plans to field candidates in Nandigram, Panskura Paschim, Bhagabangola, and Murarai independently.
• Congress councilor Santosh Pathak from Kolkata's Ward 45 joins BJP, potentially contesting from Chowringhee.
• Pathak's defection is a blow to Congress, following another councilor's move to Trinamool.

Key Questions Answered

How many seats did ISF and Left Front agree upon for Bengal elections?

The ISF and Left Front have agreed upon 29 seats for the Bengal elections.

Which prominent Congress councilor recently joined the BJP in Kolkata?

Based on the available information, details about a prominent Congress councilor recently joining the BJP in Kolkata are not currently available.

What is the significance of Santosh Pathak joining BJP for Chowringhee seat?

Based on the available information, there is no mention of Santosh Pathak joining the BJP for the Chowringhee seat.