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EPISODE · May 6, 2026 · 24 MIN

What does the BJP’s victory in West Bengal mean for India’s democracy?

from The Inside Story Podcast · host Al Jazeera

India's Hindu nationalist BJP sweeps West Bengal, a state governed by the opposition for decades and historically seen as a symbol of secularism. What does this mean for democracy in India? And for its 200 million Muslims? In this episode:  Shaina NC, National spokesperson for Shiv Sena, a conservative party in India Javed Ansari, Political commentator and senior journalist  Yogendra Yadav, Civil society activist and co-founder of the Swaraj India political party  Host: Mohammed Jamjoom  Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on X, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube

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