Why Jahangir Khan from Mamata's party withdrew from contest 2 days before repoll in Bengal's Falta
Jahangir Khan, a candidate from Mamata Banerjee's Trinamool Congress, has withdrawn from the upcoming repoll in West Bengal's Falta constituency. His decision, described as personal by the party, comes amid claims of intimidation and arrests of TMC workers in the area. The Election Commission has ordered the repoll due to severe electoral offences during the original polling.
- ▪Jahangir Khan announced his withdrawal from the Falta repoll two days before the election.
- ▪The TMC stated that Khan's decision was personal and not representative of the party's stance.
- ▪The Election Commission ordered the repoll due to severe electoral offences during the original polling.
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- ▪ Falta Assembly repoll: TMC candidate Jahangir Khan pulls out of contest — The Hindu — Top
- ▪ West Bengal: TMC candidate Jahangir Khan withdraws from Falta repoll 2 days ahead of voting — Times of India — Top
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Why Jahangir Khan from Mamata's party withdrew from contest 2 days before repoll in Bengal's FaltaKhan, addressing reporters earlier on Tuesday, announced his decision to withdraw his nomination from the re-elections to be held for the Falta seat.Published on: May 19, 2026 5:37 PM ISTBy Arya MishraShare viaCopy link Two days before repolling in West Bengal's Falta assembly constituency, Trinamool Congress candidate Jahangir Khan has withdrawn from the contest, dealing a fresh blow to Mamata Banerjee's party that has already lost the state to the BJP.In a statement after Jahangir Khan's withdrawal, the TMC said it was his “personal decision and not that of the party.” (X/ @PTI_News)Khan, addressing reporters earlier on Tuesday, announced his decision to withdraw.
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