Raiganj Assembly Constituency (विधानसभा क्षेत्र)
About Raiganj Assembly Constituency
The Raiganj Assembly Constituency is a pivotal area in the democratic framework of West Bengal. This constituency is represented by an elected member of the State Legislative Assembly and contributes to the governance and development of the state.
In the recent assembly elections, the Bharatiya Janta Party party showed consistent strength. Krishna Kalyani stood out as a key candidate in the Raiganj constituency and is currently serving as its MLA (Member of Legislative Assembly - आमदार).
Constituency Details
Associated Parliament Constituency
An Assembly Constituency, like Raiganj, serves as the foundation for state-level governance and citizen representation. It ensures that the voices of residents are heard and addressed in legislative processes.
Election Result Details
The last assembly elections in Raiganj were held in 2021. Krishna Kalyani won the MLA seat with a margin of 13.1%. They represented the Bharatiya Janta Party, showing the party's strong support in this area.
| Assembly Constituency Name | Raiganj | Assembly Constituency Number | 35 |
| District | Uttar Dinajpur | Constituency Type | General |
| Winning Candidate | Krishna Kalyani | Party | Bharatiya Janta Party |
| Total Electors | 190,893 | Total Votes | 158,879 |
| Poll Percentage | 83.2% | Margin Votes | 20,748 |
| Margin Percentage | 13.1% | Election Year | 2021 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Raiganj is located in the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal.
Raiganj is categorized as a General constituency.
The current MLA of Raiganj is Krishna Kalyani from the Bharatiya Janta Party.
- Voter turnout: 83.2%
- Total votes cast: 158,879
- Total electors: 190,893
- Winning margin: 20,748 votes (13.1%)
Raiganj falls under the Raiganj parliamentary constituency.
Krishna Kalyani represents the Bharatiya Janta Party.
Krishna Kalyani won with a margin of 20,748 votes, which is 13.1% of the total votes.
The Assembly Constituency Code for Raiganj is 35.
The last assembly elections in Raiganj were held in 2021.