Archive · 13 Sep 2026
Mamata May Skip Nandigram Bypoll as TMC Weighs Akhil Giri
A special election may happen in Nandigram.
The report says Mamata might not run in it.
Akhil Giri, a senior TMC figure, is being considered instead.
However, his name being discussed does not mean the party has chosen him.
TMC is looking at different choices for its candidate.
The party is trying to rebuild after losing badly in an election.
It is also facing an ongoing argument about what the party stands for.
The final candidate has not been confirmed.
Mamata may not contest the Nandigram bypoll, according to the report.
TMC veteran Akhil Giri is being discussed as a possible candidate.
Akhil Giri’s name appearing in discussions does not confirm his nomination.
The party is considering its options after an electoral rout.
TMC is also dealing with an unresolved dispute over its political identity.
- Who
- Mamata and TMC veteran Akhil Giri are central to the report.
- What
- TMC is considering its candidate for the Nandigram bypoll, with Akhil Giri’s name reportedly in discussion.
- Where
- Nandigram.
- Why
- TMC is exploring its options while rebuilding after an electoral rout and facing an unresolved dispute over its identity.
Akhil Giri Seen as Likely Contender
Nomination Remains Unconfirmed
Akhil Giri’s candidacy
Akhil Giri Seen as Likely Contender
Akhil Giri’s name is doing the rounds as a likely TMC candidate for the Nandigram bypoll.
Nomination Remains Unconfirmed
The report cautions that discussion of his name does not establish that he will be the TMC nominee.
Mamata’s participation
Akhil Giri Seen as Likely Contender
The report suggests Mamata may not contest the Nandigram bypoll.
Nomination Remains Unconfirmed
The report does not present a confirmed decision that Mamata will withdraw from the contest.
- Election
- Nandigram bypoll
- Possible candidate
- Akhil Giri
- Potential decision
- Mamata may not contest
- Party
- TMC
- Party situation
- TMC is attempting to rebuild after an electoral rout
- Unresolved issue
- A fight over TMC’s identity continues