Amit Shah Criticizes Mamata Banerjee at West Bengal Rally
Accusations Against Banerjee and Congress
Union Home Minister Amit Shah accused West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and the Congress party of providing comfort to Pakistani terrorists during a rally in Paschim Bardhaman on Monday. He used the metaphor of “biryani” to illustrate his point, stating that the previous government, led by Manmohan Singh and supported by Banerjee’s party, did not take decisive action against terrorism backed by Pakistan.
Shah emphasized that under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership, crucial military actions were taken, referencing Operation Sindoor, which was initiated following the Pahalgam attack. He stated that this operation was designed to strike at the core of Pakistan’s terror infrastructure.
BJP’s Promise of Change
In his addresses at rallies in both Birbhum and Paschim Bardhaman, Shah asserted that the electorate in West Bengal would respond to political violence by casting their votes for the BJP. He expressed confidence that the BJP would form the next government in the state and promised to combat local syndicates and corruption.
Shah declared, “Let the people bid adieu to the Mamata government. The BJP will then take up the task of hanging the syndicate and cut-money promoters upside down to make them straight.” This statement was aimed at galvanizing support from voters who seek change in governance.
Warnings to TMC Workers
During his speech, Shah addressed the issue of violence against BJP workers, issuing a warning to members of the Trinamool Congress (TMC). He advised them to remain indoors on April 23, suggesting that if they were found causing trouble, they would be arrested after the elections scheduled for May 4.
Shah also criticized the TMC government for its approach to illegal immigration, claiming that Banerjee was not facilitating necessary border fencing and instead was shifting the blame onto the Border Security Force (BSF) for the infiltration issues in Bengal. He emphasized the BJP’s commitment to identifying and deporting those who have entered the country illegally.
Vision for Governance
Shah further articulated the concept of a “double-engine” government, which he argued would lead to improved governance in West Bengal. He concluded his remarks by suggesting that the next chief minister would be “the son of the soil,” reinforcing the BJP’s narrative of local representation and connection to the people of West Bengal.
