BJP candidate Jitendra Tiwari's nomination journey with a big fish in his hand, his unique style attracted attention

Pandaveshwar, During the nomination process under West Bengal Assembly Elections 2026, BJP candidate Jitendra Tiwari from Pandaveshwar attracted everyone's attention with his unique style. On Wednesday he started his nomination journey with the traditional "fish trip". Since morning, candidates of various political parties were reaching Durgapur District Administration Office to file nominations. Meanwhile, the rally of BJP candidate Jitendra Tiwari became special when his supporters were seen with him carrying fishes in their hands. According to local belief, fish is considered a symbol of auspiciousness. During Durga Puja, many people start auspicious work by taking fish on the day of Vijayadashami. Taking this tradition forward, Tiwari took out "Machhali Yatra" before nomination. While the workers arrived at the rally with small fishes, a big fish also became the center of attraction, which candidate Jitendra Tiwari himself was seen carrying in his hand. Supporters called it a symbol of victory and auspiciousness. After this, following the traditional rituals with flowers and sandalwood, the procession proceeded towards the Sub Divisional Ruler (SDO) office of Durgapur, where Tiwari filed his nomination papers. This unique nomination journey not only made the political atmosphere colorful but also offered a glimpse of local culture and tradition.