Saffron supporters say they are well rid of Mamata as they celebrate a famous victory

Bharatiya Janata Party workers, leaders, and supporters celebrated across West Bengal on Tuesday (May 5, 2026) after the saffron party crafted a historic landslide victory in State elections. There were celebrations across government offices too.

Bikes and cars decked in saffron and bearing BJP flags took part in rallies across the State. BJP supporters raised Jai Shri Ram slogans outside the homes of both Mamata Banerjee and Abhishek Banerjee in the Kalighat area. A massive crowd of BJP workers had gathered outside Mr. Banerjee’s office on Monday (April 4).