Ethnic aspirations define political loyalty in Bengal's Junglemahal ahead of Assembly elections 2026

West Bengal elections 2026: Political contests in West Bengal's Junglemahal are influenced by ethnic identity struggles. The Kudmi-Mahato community seeks Scheduled Tribe status, expressing disillusionment with the TMC government. Meanwhile, the Santal community prioritizes educational development. These community demands are creating a complex electoral landscape for mainstream parties.

Ethnic aspirations define political loyalty in Bengal's Junglemahal ahead of Assembly elections 2026
West Bengal elections 2026: Political contests in West Bengal's Junglemahal are influenced by ethnic identity struggles. The Kudmi-Mahato community seeks Scheduled Tribe status, expressing disillusionment with the TMC government. Meanwhile, the Santal community prioritizes educational development. These community demands are creating a complex electoral landscape for mainstream parties.