The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has fielded retired IPS officer Dr Rajesh Kumar, former DGP, for the Jagatdal constituency in the West Bengal Assembly elections 2026. The seat is held by TMC MLA Somenath Shyam. By nominating Dr Kumar, the BJP is emphasizing governance credentials and administrative expertise.
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has fielded former DGP Dr Rajesh Kumar, a retired IPS officer, for West Bengal's Jagatdal constituency ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections. The announcement, published by India Today on March 21, 2026, carries the title 'From uniform to khadi'. The Jagatdal contest is emerging as one of the most closely watched battles in the state. By fielding a candidate of Dr Kumar’s stature, the BJP appears to be emphasizing governance credentials and administrative expertise. The incumbent is TMC MLA Somenath Shyam. Keywords include Dr Rajesh Kumar, BJP Jagatdal candidate, West Bengal Assembly elections 2026, retired IPS officer, and police leadership.
