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Newly Elected BJP MLA Ratna Debnath Vows Safety for Bengal's Women

Ratna Debnath, newly elected BJP MLA from Panihati, vows to ensure safety for all women in Bengal after her landslide victory. She secured 87,977 votes, defeating TMC's Tirthankar Ghosh by a margin of 28,836 votes. The BJP won 207 seats in the 2026 Assembly elections, while TMC secured 80 seats. Suvendu Adhikari was elected BJP legislative party leader and is set to become the first BJP Chief Minister of West Bengal.

Key Points: Ratna Debnath: Safety for All Women in Bengal

  • Ratna Debnath wins Panihati by 28,836 votes
  • BJP secures 207 seats in West Bengal
  • Suvendu Adhikari elected BJP legislative leader
  • Adhikari to become first BJP CM in state
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"Will ensure safety, security to all women of Bengal...": Ratna Debnath

Ratna Debnath, BJP MLA from Panihati, vows justice for her daughter and safety for all women in Bengal after a landslide victory.

"I am extremely happy. First thing I want is justice for my daughter and will ensure safety and security to all women of Bengal - Ratna Debnath"

Kolkata, May 8

Ratna Debnath, the newly elected BJP MLA from Panihati assembly, expressed her happiness after the landslide victory of the Bhartiya Janata Party in West Bengal, saying that she will ensure safety for all the women in the state.

"I am extremely happy. First thing I want is justice for my daughter and will ensure safety and security to all women of Bengal," she told ANI.

Debnath secured a decisive victory by a substantial margin of 28,836 votes in the Panihati constituency, a seat that has been held by the Trinamool Congress (TMC) since 2011.

According to the final results after all 13 rounds of EVM counting, Debnath polled 87,977 votes, comfortably defeating Tirthankar Ghosh of the All India Trinamool Congress, who managed 59,141 votes.

Overall, the Bhartiya Janata Party secured 207 seats in the Assembly elections 2026, while the Trinamool Congress (TMC) won 80 seats after ruling the state for 15 years.

Meanwhile, Suvendu Adhikari was elected the BJP Legislative Party Leader for the party in West Bengal, paving the way for him to become the first BJP Chief Minister in the history of the state.

The announcement was made by Union Home Minister Amit Shah, who is serving as the Central Observer for the election of the legislative party leader, after chairing a party meeting in Kolkata on Friday.

"I announce the name of Suvendu Adhikari elected as Leader of West Bengal BJP Legislative Party," Shah, the Central Observer for the election of the legislative party leader in West Bengal, said.

Adhikari is scheduled to take the oath on Saturday, coinciding with the birth anniversary of Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore.

Adhikari contested from Nandigram and Bhabanipur, defeating outgoing Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee from Bhabanipur by a margin of over 15,000 votes, marking a major political development in the state.

- ANI

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Priya S
After 15 years of TMC rule, change was overdue. But let's not forget that safety for women is a universal issue, not a party one. Ratna Debnath's personal tragedy is heartbreaking – her daughter's case must be pursued diligently. A new era for Bengal, hopefully with justice for all. 🌸
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Rohit P
Big win for BJP in Bengal! 207 seats is massive. But I'm cautiously optimistic – Delhi and UP also promised safety but ground reality is different. Need concrete plans: more CCTV cameras, faster police response, better street lighting. Not just about one MLA but a systemic change.
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Sneha F
Respect for Ratna Debnath – winning despite personal tragedy shows her determination. But hope she doesn't forget her own words once in power. Women in Bengal have suffered enough – from Sandeshkhali to everyday harassment. Time for action, not just statements. 🇮🇳
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Vikram M
Suvendu Adhikari as CM on Tagore's birth anniversary – symbolic but also ironic given both figures represent different Bengals. Let's see if the new govt can bring the 'Shonar Bangla' vision to life. Ratna Debnath's focus on women safety is right step but whole system needs overhaul. Good luck, Bengal! 🤞
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Kavya N
Finally someone who understands that women's safety is not just a slogan but a personal mission for many. Ratna Debnath's words resonate with every mother in Bengal. But I worry about the divisive politics that might overshadow such issues. Hope she stays focused on her promise. 💪

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