Coronation Bridge Alternative Gets a Mega Upgrade: MoRTH Approves 6-Lane Design for New Teesta Bridge Siliguri, April 19, 2026 — In a massive infrastructural boost for North Bengal and the connecting routes to Sikkim, the highly anticipated alternative to the historic Coronation Bridge over the Teesta River at Sevoke is getting a major design upgrade. … Read more
“Every Action Will Meet an Equal Reaction”: Raju Bista Warns TMC After Chopra Attack, Files Police Complaint Siliguri, March 30, 2026 — Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Raju Bista escalated the political showdown in North Bengal’s highly sensitive Chopra assembly constituency today. In a dual display of political aggression and grassroots mobilization, Bista filed a … Read more
“TMC is Killing Democracy”: BJP’s Raju Bista Alleges Brutal Attack on Party Workers in Chopra Siliguri, March 29, 2026 — As the political temperature continues to rise in North Bengal ahead of the upcoming elections, senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Raju Bista has leveled serious allegations against the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC), accusing them … Read more
Gas Booking System Crashes in North Bengal: Raju Bista Slams ‘Political Rumors’ Triggering Panic Siliguri, March 13, 2026 — Member of Parliament Raju Bista has stepped in to reassure the residents of North Bengal that there is an ample supply of domestic LPG cylinders in the region, urging the public not to succumb to panic … Read more
BJP Promises Parja Patta Rights and 7th Pay Commission at Malbazar Parivartan Rally Malbazar, March 8, 2026 — Stepping up its election campaign in North Bengal, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) held a massive ‘Parivartan Yatra’ Jan Sabha at Moulani Bazar in the Malbazar area of Jalpaiguri district on Sunday. The rally was spearheaded by … Read more
North Bengal Science Centre Unveils Busts of 10 Women Scientists to Inspire Local Youth Siliguri, February 28, 2026 — National Science Day was observed today at the North Bengal Science Centre (NBSC) in Siliguri, highlighted by the unveiling of busts honoring ten pioneering Indian women scientists. The NBSC, a unit of the National Council of … Read more
Uttarkanya Abhiyan: Protest Over Jhamaklal Village Assault Turns Violent at Tinbatti More Siliguri, February 26, 2026 — A protest march organized by Janjaati Suraksha Manch, demanding capital punishment for the accused in the Jhamaklal village assault case, turned violent in Siliguri today. Police deployed water cannons, tear gas shells, and a lathi-charge to disperse demonstrators … Read more
Pakyong Airport to be Renamed After Trilochan Pokhrel; Leaders Discuss Gorkha ST Status in Sikkim Rangpo, February 26, 2026 — Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang-Golay and Darjeeling Member of Parliament Raju Bista attended the 31st Foundation Day of the Akhil Sikkim Khas Chhetri Bahun Kalyan Sangh at the Rangpo Ground. The event featured major … Read more
Shaping the 2026 Sankalp Patra: Over 200 Stakeholders Join BJP’s High-Level Consultative Meeting in Siliguri Siliguri, February 24, 2026 — Gearing up for the high-stakes 2026 West Bengal Assembly Elections, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) held a high-level consultative meeting in Siliguri today to gather direct public feedback for its upcoming election manifesto, the ‘Sankalp … Read more
Darjeeling MP Raju Bista’s News18 Op-Ed Blasts TMC on Bengal’s Youth Crisis: “From Decay To Doles” Siliguri, February 23, 2026 — In a recent opinion article published on News18 titled “From Decay To Doles: How TMC Has Let Down Bengal’s Youth”, Darjeeling MP Raju Bista mounted a sharp critique of the All India Trinamool Congress … Read more
BJP MP Raju Bista Demands Governor’s Intervention Over Brutal Assault on Pregnant Adivasi Woman in Phansidewa Darjeeling, February 22, 2026 — Escalating the fight for justice in a horrific case of land-grabbing and violence in the Darjeeling district, Lok Sabha MP Raju Bista has formally written to West Bengal Governor Dr. C.V. Ananda Bose, urging … Read more
Dehradun, February 21, 2026 – Darjeeling Lok Sabha MP Raju Bista participated in the Gorkha Himalayan Festival 2026 organised by the Shaheed Durga Malla Memorial Trust in Dehradun today. The vibrant cultural festival brought together artists, singers, dancers, and craftsmen from the Gorkha, Garhwali, Kumaoni, and Jaunsari communities across Darjeeling, Sikkim, Assam, Uttarakhand, and Himachal … Read more
New Delhi, February 20, 2026 – Darjeeling Lok Sabha MP Raju Bista on Friday strongly criticised the Indian Youth Congress for staging a disruptive “shirtless” protest at the ongoing India AI Impact Summit, terming it a “National Shame”. In a sharply worded post on X, Bista accused Congress workers, under the leadership of Rahul Gandhi, … Read more
Siliguri/Darjeeling, February 17, 2026 — Darjeeling Lok Sabha MP and BJP National Spokesperson Raju Bista on Tuesday met the bereaved family of a pregnant Adivasi woman who was allegedly brutally assaulted in December 2025, leading to the premature birth and subsequent death of her infant child. During the visit, Bista expressed condolences, pledged support for … Read more
Siliguri/ February 16, 2026 — It was a historic day for rail connectivity in North Bengal as Darjeeling MP Raju Bista flagged off two major train stoppages at Sevoke and Gulma railway stations, fulfilling long-standing demands of the region. The celebrations began in the afternoon at Sevoke Railway Station, where the Sikkim Mahananda Express made … Read more
Sevoke, February 16, 2026 — History was scripted at the scenic Sivok Railway Station today as the Sikkim Mahananda Express made its first-ever scheduled halt, marking a new era of connectivity for the region. The flagging-off ceremony, led by Darjeeling MP Raju Bista, drew hundreds of jubilant locals who gathered to witness the long-distance train … Read more
Siliguri, February 16, 2026 — Thousands of youths took to the streets of Siliguri today for the “Chaakri Chai Bengal” (We Want Jobs Bengal) rally, organized by the Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha (BJYM). The massive protest culminated in a unique symbolic act, with participants mailing thousands of postcards directly to Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, demanding … Read more
Siliguri, February 15, 2026 – Commuters in North Bengal will soon benefit from new stoppages approved for several key trains at local stations, with formal flagging-off ceremonies scheduled for February 16 and 17, 2026. Darjeeling MP Raju Bista announced the developments, extending invitations to the public to join him and local MLAs for the events. … Read more
Siliguri, February 14, 2026 – Darjeeling Lok Sabha MP Raju Bista visited Darjeeling More today to review the ongoing construction of the Rail Over Bridge (ROB) and the Sevoke-Balason Elevated Highway Corridor Project. During the inspection, Bista examined the progress of the two-tier elevated structure designed to facilitate seamless traffic flow from Darjeeling, Bagdogra, and … Read more
New Delhi, February 13, 2026 – Darjeeling Lok Sabha MP Raju Bista met Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman today, congratulating her on presenting nine consecutive Union Budgets—a historic first—and raising key concerns related to the welfare of tea garden workers in West Bengal. In a post on X accompanied by photographs from the meeting, Bista … Read more