Historically, Anandabazar Patrika has maintained an anti-establishment stance when deemed necessary, and a liberal-democratic editorial line. It has played a crucial role in shaping political discourse in West Bengal. During the leftist era (1977–2011), the paper was often critical of the CPI(M) government's policies, and in the subsequent years, it has maintained a critical distance from the current ruling dispensation.
Anandabazar Patrika is the flagship brand of the , one of India's largest media conglomerates. The group has successfully diversified into various media verticals: bangla newspaper anandabazar patrika