As voting approaches for the West Bengal Assembly elections in Asansol Dakshin, Tapash Banerjee, the Trinamool Congress (TMC) candidate, is campaigning vigorously to reclaim his former seat. Banerjee, who served as MLA from 2011 to 2021, emphasizes his strong connection with the constituents, stating that he is listening to their needs rather than making promises. He identifies pressing issues such as a water crisis and the need for updated compensation for land cave-ins caused by mining operations by Eastern Coal Limited (ECL). Banerjee criticizes the Central government's failure to provide promised compensation and expresses confidence in the TMC's prospects, despite acknowledging the challenges posed by the BJP's incumbent MLA, Agnimitra Paul. He believes that anti-incumbency sentiment affects both parties, but asserts that the people desire TMC's return to power, citing improvements in local living standards, particularly regarding access to drinking water.