Hours after joining BJP, ex-TMC leaders named Rajya Sabha bypoll candidates

Former Trinamool Congress leaders have swiftly transitioned to the Bharatiya Janata Party and have been promptly nominated as BJP candidates for Rajya Sabha by-elections. These seats became vacant after the leaders resigned last month, amidst internal conflicts and a notable setback for the TMC. This strategic move by the BJP aims to bolster its foothold in West Bengal, leveraging the experience and local connections of these new entrants. The political landscape in the state is expected to shift significantly as a result.