Samik Bhattacharya, a senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader and Rajya Sabha Member of Parliament, has been unanimously elected as the new president of the BJP's West Bengal unit. His nomination was filed on July 2, 2025, and he was the sole candidate, leading to an uncontested election. The formal announcement and a ceremonial event took place on July 3, 2025, at the Science City auditorium in Kolkata, where he officially took charge from outgoing state president Sukanta Majumdar. The event was attended by prominent party leaders including Subhendu Adhikari and Ravi Shankar Prasad, who serves as the party's central election officer. Bhattacharya's appointment marks a leadership transition ahead of the 2026 West Bengal assembly elections. Party members and leaders have expressed confidence in his leadership, highlighting his long-standing dedication and experience within the BJP organization. Bhattacharya emphasized the party's commitment to providing an alternative to the ruling Trinamool Congress and expressed determination to strengthen BJP's position in the state. The leadership change is seen as the beginning of a new phase for the BJP in West Bengal, with Bhattacharya expected to lead the party's efforts in the upcoming electoral battle.