Tamil Nadu and West Bengal political equations have undergone a significant shift following the assembly election results. DMK chief M.K. Stalin and TMC leader Mamata Banerjee, both former chief ministers, suffered electoral defeats, but may soon get another opportunity to re-enter the legislative arena through by-elections.
In Tamil Nadu, TVK chief Vijay won from two constituencies, Perambur and Tiruchy East. As per electoral norms, a candidate elected from two seats must vacate one. Reports suggest that Vijay is likely to retain Perambur and resign from Tiruchy East, paving the way for a by-election in that constituency.
The potential by-election in Tiruchy East is expected to become politically significant. Political circles speculate that DMK chief M.K. Stalin may contest from the seat again, marking a possible return to the electoral battlefield. At the same time, there is also speculation that actress Trisha’s name is being considered as a possible candidate.
In West Bengal, similar political developments are unfolding. Mamata Banerjee, who contested from Bhabanipur, lost to BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari. Interestingly, Suvendu Adhikari also won from another constituency, creating a vacancy situation similar to Tamil Nadu.
With these resignations likely, by-elections could open the door for Mamata Banerjee to recontest and potentially return to the Assembly. If she wins, it would mark her re-entry into legislative politics despite her recent defeat.
Overall, the emerging by-election scenarios in both states are expected to reshape political narratives. Analysts believe these developments could offer a fresh political lifeline to both Stalin and Mamata Banerjee, giving them another chance to reassert their presence in state politics.