Kolkata, 06 April (H.S.): With political activities intensifying ahead of the West Bengal Assembly elections, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has deployed Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami as one of its star campaigners in the state. On Monday, Dhami held a roadshow and addressed a public meeting in Bangaon in North 24 Parganas district in support of party candidates.

Dhami also participated in the nomination programmes of BJP candidates Swapna Majumdar from Bangaon South, Ashok Kirtania from Bangaon North, Soma Thakur from Bagda and Subrata Thakur from Gaighata. During the visit, he appealed to voters to support BJP nominees.

A large turnout was witnessed during the roadshow and the public meeting, which BJP leaders described as a sign of growing public support. Addressing the gathering, Dhami targeted the ruling Trinamool Congress government, alleging that corruption and an atmosphere of fear prevail in the state.

He alleged that the Trinamool Congress was functioning more like a “syndicate” than a political party and claimed that cut-money and commission practices had become its identity. He further asserted that corruption and crime would be curbed if the BJP comes to power in the state.

Dhami also highlighted the BJP’s “double engine government” narrative, stating that states with the same party in power at both the Centre and the state have witnessed faster development. He claimed that West Bengal too would see greater development and investment under such a governance model.

Referring to the crowd at the Bangaon rally, Dhami said it reflected the public’s desire for political change. He urged voters to ensure the victory of BJP candidates, saying it would pave the way for development and good governance in the state.

Political observers believe that the BJP’s strategy of deploying leaders from other states is aimed at strengthening its organisational presence and influencing voters. Dhami’s visit is being seen as part of that broader campaign strategy.

Hindusthan Samachar / Satya Prakash Singh