The tragic incident at RG Kar Medical College, involving the alleged rape and murder of a doctor, has become a significant factor influencing the political landscape in Bengal as the state prepares for bypolls in six constituencies. This event has sparked widespread outrage, with protests by junior doctors and public demonstrations, intensifying the anti-incumbency sentiment in urban areas.
The ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC) faces challenges in countering these sentiments while maintaining its hold on traditionally strong constituencies. The bypolls, which include Naihati, Haroa, Medinipur, Taldangra, Sitai, and Madarihat, will be a litmus test for the TMC’s resilience, especially in urban regions like Kolkata where the RG Kar case has resonated strongly.
The BJP is leveraging the incident to highlight systemic flaws in healthcare under TMC rule, hoping to make inroads in constituencies like Madarihat. Meanwhile, the CPI(M)-led Left Front and Congress aim to position themselves as alternatives, seeking to capitalize on public dissatisfaction.
As the bypolls approach, all eyes will be on how the RG Kar tragedy shapes voter behavior. The results will not only reflect the current political mood but may also indicate the trajectory for the 2026 assembly elections.
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