2006 West Bengal Legislative Assembly election

The 2006 West Bengal Legislative Assembly election was held in a single phase on April 17, 2006, to elect the 294 members of the West Bengal Legislative Assembly. This election was significant as it marked the continuation of the Left Front's long-standing governance, primarily led by the Communist Party of India (Marxist) (CPI(M)). The election featured an intense contest between the incumbent Left Front and the main opposition party, the Indian National Congress, which allied with the All India Trinamool Congress. With the Left Front capturing 233 seats and retaining its majority, the election reaffirmed the party's dominance in West Bengal politics, emphasizing the state's unique political landscape characterized by strong grassroots movements and leftist ideology. The voter turnout was reported at approximately 81%, reflecting the high political engagement among the electorate.