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Operation Sindoor: Amit Shah’s Stern Warning to TMC in Kolkata
Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s recent visit to Kolkata sent shockwaves across the political landscape of West Bengal. Addressing a gathering of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) members at the Netaji Indoor Stadium, Shah launched a scathing attack on the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC) and its leader, Mamata Banerjee. The TMC, known for its strong grip on the state, was accused of perpetuating violence, corruption, and crime against women, sparking a heated debate on the future of West Bengal.
State-Sponsored Violence: A Serious Allegation
The Union Home Minister’s speech was laced with strong words, calling the violence that erupted in Murshidabad district over the Waqf (Amendment) Act "state-sponsored." Shah alleged that the TMC leader was present at the spot, instigating the rioters, and that the state government had failed to deploy the BSF despite repeated requests from the Union Home Ministry. This serious allegation has significant implications for the TMC, which has consistently denied any involvement in the violence.
A Hub of Infiltration and Crime
Shah’s criticism of the TMC did not stop there. He accused the party of turning West Bengal into a hub of infiltration, corruption, crime against women, bomb blasts, and atrocities against Hindus. The Union Home Minister’s words struck a chord with the audience, many of whom have been victims of the state’s notorious law and order situation. The TMC’s response to these allegations was swift, with party leaders accusing Shah of living in a "dream world" and asserting that the party would return to power for the fourth time in a row with over 250 seats.
Election-Related Violence: A Persisting Issue
The issue of election-related violence has been a persistent problem in West Bengal, with hundreds of BJP workers killed during polls and post-poll violence. Shah’s statement that "Didi’s time has come to an end" and that the BJP would form the government in 2026 resonated with the crowd. The TMC, however, remains confident of its chances, with party MP Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar stating that Shah’s dreams of the BJP coming to power in West Bengal were "illusionary."
Operation Sindoor: A Sensitive Issue
Shah’s accusation that Mamata Banerjee opposed Operation Sindoor and played with the sentiments of women sparked a heated debate. The Union Home Minister’s statement that the TMC leader had made a "shoddy political comment" to oppose Operation Sindoor was met with a strong response from the TMC, which accused the BJP of trying to "sell Sindoor" and play a game with the sentiments of women.
Infiltration and National Security
The issue of infiltration and national security was also raised by Shah, who accused Mamata Banerjee of opening the international borders for infiltrators to increase her vote bank. This serious allegation has significant implications for national security and has sparked a heated debate on the role of the TMC in facilitating infiltration. The TMC’s response was swift, with state minister Chandrima Bhattacharya stating that the BJP was trying to deflect attention from its own failures on the issue of infiltration.
A Battle for Supremacy
The war of words between the BJP and the TMC has set the stage for a fierce battle for supremacy in West Bengal. As the state prepares for the 2026 elections, the BJP is confident of its chances, while the TMC remains optimistic about its prospects. The outcome of this battle will have significant implications for the future of West Bengal and the country as a whole.
The Road Ahead
As the dust settles on Shah’s visit to Kolkata, one thing is clear: the battle for West Bengal has begun. The BJP’s aggressive posturing and the TMC’s confident response have set the stage for a fierce election campaign. The people of West Bengal will have to decide which party they want to lead them, and the outcome will have significant implications for the state and the country. As the election approaches, the BJP and the TMC will have to convince the people of their vision for the state’s future and their ability to deliver on their promises.
The Verdict
The verdict on the BJP’s chances in West Bengal will be delivered by the people in 2026. However, one t
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