Bihar Minister Ram Kripal Yadav criticized West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, stating that public sentiment in the state is shifting against her. Yadav highlighted Banerjee’s recent comments on potential election boycotts, noting that she seems to acknowledge the public’s disapproval. He also raised concerns about law and order issues in the state, particularly in light of upcoming political events, criticizing the ruling party’s handling of security matters.
The remarks from Yadav come amidst escalating political tensions in West Bengal, with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) preparing for the upcoming elections to the 294-member West Bengal Legislative Assembly, scheduled in two phases on April 23 and April 29. Meanwhile, Banerjee, at a rally in Manikchak, urged voters to intervene if electronic voting machines (EVMs) malfunction during the polls and cautioned against potential misuse of Central Armed Police Force (CAPF) personnel by the BJP to obstruct genuine voters.
Banerjee also warned against external influences on voters and expressed ambitions beyond the state elections, stating, “After winning in Bengal again this year, our next target will be New Delhi.”
