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Will the BJP’s push in West Bengal accelerate after PM Modi’s meeting with party MPs as he stresses social media outreach and welfare schemes while TMC raises concerns over Special Summary Revision targeting the state?
PM Modi urges BJP MPs to strengthen efforts ahead of West Bengal elections.
Kolkata: Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Bharatiya Janata Party MPs from West Bengal, urging them to step up efforts to secure electoral success in the upcoming state elections. During the meeting, the Prime Minister acknowledged the progress the party has made in the state but emphasized that the fight against the incumbent government must continue with focus and determination.
“We have to work hard and ensure that we win this election in Bengal. You all have made significant progress, the fight against this government must continue,” PM Modi reportedly told party MPs. The meeting underlined the strategic importance the party places on West Bengal ahead of the state elections.
PM Modi highlighted the significance of maintaining close contact with beneficiaries of central government welfare schemes. He urged MPs to ensure that the schemes reach the people effectively and their impact is clearly communicated. This, he emphasized, is critical for building public trust and demonstrating the government’s performance on the ground.
Additionally, the Prime Minister called for leveraging social media platforms to enhance outreach. MPs were advised to use these channels to promote awareness about the central government’s initiatives and achievements, thereby reinforcing the party’s visibility among voters.
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Meanwhile, the Trinamool Congress has criticized the Election Commission over the Special Summary Revision of electoral rolls in West Bengal. TMC MP Sajda Ahmed claimed the exercise was being used to target the state and its residents. She stated that during a recent meeting with the Election Commission, the five questions raised by the party were left unanswered, heightening concerns over potential bias in the process.
Ahmed announced that TMC plans to raise the issue during the Winter Session of Parliament beginning December 1, calling the lack of transparency in the SIR exercise a serious concern for the electorate in Bengal.
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The Election Commission has refuted the allegations made by TMC. It advised Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee not to intimidate or pressure EC officials and warned against spreading misinformation about the electoral process. In order to ensure proper oversight and transparency, the Commission has appointed retired IAS officer Subrata Gupta as the Special Roll Observer for West Bengal’s SIR exercise.
Security measures have also been reinforced, with West Bengal DGP Rajeev Kumar directed to ensure the safety of Booth Level Officers involved in the revision process. The EC’s steps aim to maintain integrity and confidence in the electoral system while addressing concerns raised by political parties.
With both BJP and TMC actively engaging in political strategies and controversies, West Bengal’s electoral landscape is heating up. The BJP’s intensified campaign, guided by PM Modi, emphasizes grassroots outreach and digital engagement. Meanwhile, TMC’s scrutiny of the SIR process reflects the high-stakes nature of the elections and the sensitivity around electoral roll revisions.
As the state moves closer to polling, the actions of both parties and the Election Commission will play a critical role in shaping the outcome and ensuring that the electoral process remains transparent and fair.
