Recently in a public rally in Karandighi, West Bengal, Union Home Minister Amit Shah criticized Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, alleging that she obstructs Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s welfare schemes from reaching the people. Shah claimed that Banerjee fears the popularity of Modi’s initiatives among the people of Bengal.
Amit Shah urged the residents of West Bengal to support Prime Minister Modi, highlighting key issues such as curbing violence, preventing infiltration, granting citizenship to refugees, and ensuring the safety and respect of women. He emphasized voters, that voting for Modi is essential to address these concerns effectively.
A significant point of contention raised by Shah was Banerjee’s stance on the National Register of Citizens (NRC) and the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA). He accused her of promoting infiltration while simultaneously opposing citizenship for refugees, particularly Hindu and Buddhist refugees from Bangladesh.
#WATCH | Union Home Minister Amit Shah during a public rally in Karandighi, West Bengal says, "If you want to free Bengal of violence, stop infiltration in the state, give citizenship to refugees, to stop disrespect of our mothers and sisters as it happened in Sandeshkhali, then… pic.twitter.com/8ix8489lmL
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The ongoing political battle in West Bengal has intensified as the state gears up for upcoming elections. Voting for the remaining constituencies will take place on multiple dates spanning from April 26 to June 1, with the results slated to be announced on June 4.
In the previous Lok Sabha elections 2019, the Trinamool Congress (TMC) emerged as the dominant force in West Bengal, securing a significant number of seats. However, the 2019 polls is witnessing a notable shift, with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) making substantial gains and narrowing the gap between the two parties.
The BJP’s increased presence in West Bengal has intensified competition in the political arena. With the upcoming elections, both the TMC and BJP are vying for dominance, aiming to secure a majority of seats and establish their political supremacy in the state.
While the TMC is part of the INDIA bloc, it does not have a seat-sharing arrangement with other parties like Congress and the Left. This absence of a formal alliance underscores the complexity of the political landscape in West Bengal and adds to the uncertainty surrounding the election outcome.
As the political rhetoric escalates and campaigning intensifies, the people of West Bengal find themselves at the center of a crucial electoral battle. The choices they make at the ballot box will shape the future of the state and determine its political trajectory for years to come.
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