The battle for the Jagaddal Assembly seat intensified this Sunday as TMC heavyweight Somnath Shyam led a massive campaign rally in the industrial belt of North 24 Parganas. With the 2026 Assembly Elections around the corner, Shyam’s campaign strategy revolved heavily around the success of the ‘Laxmi Bhandar’ scheme and his performance as a local representative over the last five years.

Addressing a sea of supporters, Somnath Shyam emphasized his commitment to the constituency. “For the past five years, I have been on the ground, serving the people of Jagaddal. Whether it was the pandemic or local infrastructure development, the Trinamool Congress has stood by every citizen,” he stated. He further added that the ‘Laxmi Bhandar’ project has become a symbol of empowerment for every household in Bengal, providing women with financial independence.

Political analysts suggest that the direct connect of Somnath Shyam with the working-class population and the overwhelming popularity of social welfare schemes give TMC a significant edge in Jagaddal. While the opposition tries to corner the ruling party on various issues, Shyam is countering them with his “Development Report Card.” The energy at today’s rally, marked by chants and slogans, indicates that the Trinamool cadre is fully mobilized to retain this crucial seat.