📰 West Bengal Polls 2026: AIMIM to Ally with Humayun Kabir’s AJUP, Candidates Announced for 149 Seats

In a significant political development ahead of the West Bengal Assembly elections 2026, the All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) has decided to form an alliance with All India United Party (AJUP) led by Humayun Kabir.

The alliance is expected to add a new dimension to the electoral contest in West Bengal, where political competition is already intense. Humayun Kabir announced that his party, AJUP, will contest 149 Assembly seats, marking an ambitious expansion of its political footprint.

Among the constituencies where candidates have been fielded are high-profile seats like Bhabanipur and Nandigram, both of which have historically witnessed keen electoral battles and high political stakes.

Kabir stated that the alliance with AIMIM aims to consolidate support among specific voter groups and offer an alternative political voice in the State. He expressed confidence that the partnership would play a decisive role, particularly in a scenario of a fractured mandate.

The move is being closely watched by major political players, including the ruling Trinamool Congress and the Bharatiya Janata Party, as it could influence vote dynamics in several constituencies.

Political analysts believe that while AJUP may not be a dominant force on its own, its alliance with AIMIM could impact margins in closely contested seats, potentially altering outcomes in certain regions.

As the election season gathers momentum, alliances, candidate announcements, and campaign strategies are expected to intensify, setting the stage for a highly competitive battle in West Bengal.

Further developments are likely as parties continue to finalise their strategies and reach out to voters across the state.