West Bengal Assembly Dissolved by Governor RN Ravi Amid Political Standoff, Mamata Banerjee No Longer Chief Minister
R. N. Ravi has dissolved the West Bengal Legislative Assembly with effect from May 7, 2026, ending the outgoing assembly’s term ahead of government formation. The decision follows heightened political tensions and has triggered widespread reactions online, with fresh election-related developments and constitutional procedures now expected from the ECI.
Governor of West Bengal, RN Ravi, has issued an official order dissolving the West Bengal Legislative Assembly with immediate effect from 7 May 2026. The announcement, shared by senior journalist Aditya Raj Kaul on X, marks a significant political development in the state. It effectively ends the current assembly term ahead of schedule and paves the way for fresh elections. This move comes amid ongoing political tensions in West Bengal. Many observers see it as a major shift that could lead to early polls. The decision has sparked widespread reactions on social media, with supporters hailing it as the end of prolonged TMC rule while others debate its timing and implications. Further details on the constitutional process and election schedule are expected from the Election Commission of India shortly. Bhabanipur Election Result 2026: Mamata Banerjee Loses Her Bastion to Suvendu Adhikari by Over 15,000 Votes.
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