BJP's Lotus Blooms in Mamata's TMC Stronghold: Behala Purba a Game-Changer?

• West Bengal assembly elections are imminent, with political activity intensifying across parties.
• Behala Purba, a TMC stronghold in South Kolkata, is witnessing a rapid rise in BJP's vote share.
• Historically a Left bastion, Behala Purba became a strong TMC seat after 2011, winning three consecutive elections.
• BJP's vote share in Behala Purba surged from 1.91% in 2011 to 33.15% in 2021, signaling a warning for TMC.
• The Congress's decision not to ally with TMC could split votes, posing a challenge for the ruling party.