Kolkata, 23 April (H.S.): Amid the ongoing West Bengal Assembly Elections 2026, Union Home Minister Amit Shah launched a sharp attack on Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and the ruling All India Trinamool Congress during election rallies in Balagarh and Pursurah in Hooghly district.

Addressing a rally in Balagarh, Shah urged voters to “say tata bye-bye to Mamata,” alleging that corruption, syndicate culture, and “cut money” practices have flourished under the Trinamool government. He claimed that after May 5, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) would form the government in the state, ending the current regime.

Expressing confidence in the election outcome, Shah said that public sentiment is in favor of change and that the first phase of polling has already indicated a shift. He asserted that the BJP is set to come to power in West Bengal.

At another rally in Pursurah, Shah raised issues of law and order and women’s safety. He said that if the BJP comes to power, strict action would be taken against criminals. He added that women would feel safe to step out even late at night without fear.

Shah also highlighted alleged attacks on BJP workers, stating that those responsible would be sent to jail after the election results. He accused the ruling party of encouraging political violence.

Taking up the issue of illegal infiltration, Shah said that a BJP government would identify and act against illegal infiltrators and strengthen border security.

On agricultural concerns, he pointed out that the Pursurah region is known for potato production but farmers are not getting fair prices due to state policies. He promised better storage facilities, seed production centers, and improved market access for farmers if BJP comes to power.

Notably, voting for 152 seats is underway in the first phase of the West Bengal Assembly elections. On the same day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Amit Shah intensified campaigning across the state.

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Hindusthan Samachar / Priyanka Pandey