Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah criticized the governance in West Bengal, citing corruption and political interference faced by ordinary people over the years. Speaking in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, he compared Bengal’s lack of development to Gujarat’s progress. Shah alleged that political commissions were ingrained in daily economic activities in Bengal for almost five decades, affecting transactions for basic items like tubelights and cement.
He further claimed that people bringing goods from neighboring states were also subjected to unofficial collections, contributing to public dissatisfaction. Shah linked the support for BJP in West Bengal to the quest for better governance and development under Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He highlighted the BJP’s grassroots organizational structure and public outreach as key factors in the party’s rise across the country.
During his address, Shah mentioned the BJP’s recent electoral victories in Gujarat, emphasizing the party’s governance record and the efforts of party workers during challenging times like the Covid-19 pandemic. He also outlined various civic projects underway in Gandhinagar, including sewage treatment plants, water supply systems, internal roads, and sports infrastructure.
