Suvendu Adhikari, a prominent leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), confirmed on May 6, 2026, that he will vacate one of the two Assembly seats he recently won in West Bengal. Adhikari, who secured a significant victory against Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee in Bhabanipur by over 15,000 votes, stated that the BJP's central leadership would determine which constituency he would retain. Addressing supporters in Nandigram, he emphasized the importance of maintaining peace and urged them to refrain from immediate victory celebrations until after May 9, when the new government is expected to be formed. Adhikari also highlighted the challenges faced by BJP workers during the previous Trinamool Congress (TMC) regime and pledged to improve local services, including drinking water supply and hospital infrastructure. He expressed confidence that the BJP's vote share in West Bengal could rise from 46% to 60% in future elections, aiming for a lasting BJP government in the state.