Jamaat-e-Islami's Electoral Gains Reflect Local Dynamics Along India-Bangladesh Border

The recent electoral gains of Jamaat-e-Islami in northern and western Bangladesh border districts reflect local dynamics rather than a major ideological shift. These marginalized areas, including Rangpur, Rajshahi, and Khulna, face limited infrastructure and services, prompting voters to support groups providing tangible local presence and aid. On the Indian side, states like West Bengal and Assam experience similar challenges, with politics shaped by local concerns amid broader security and migration debates. Mainstream parties' central dominance does not always translate to trust in these border regions.