The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has announced that Dilip Ghosh will contest from Kharagpur Sadar in the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections. Ghosh, who won this seat in 2016, is a seasoned politician with a history in the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) and has served as the West Bengal BJP president. The elections are set for April 23 and 29, with results to be declared on May 4. His candidacy comes amid controversy, as the All India Trinamool Congress (AITC) has lodged a complaint with the Chief Election Commissioner, accusing Ghosh of violating the model code of conduct and making threats against TMC leaders and the public. Ghosh's political career has been marked by several contentious remarks, including derogatory comments about students and threats of violence against political opponents. He has also faced scrutiny for his statements regarding women and cows, which have drawn public ire.