The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) criticized West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee for reportedly making inflammatory remarks and veiled threats towards Union Home Minister Amit Shah during his recent visit to the state. BJP MP Sambit Patra, in a press conference, denounced Banerjee’s comments, labeling them as an attack on democratic principles and an effort to safeguard her alleged “vote bank” of illegal infiltrators. Patra highlighted Banerjee’s statements where she purportedly called Shah “dangerous” and implied that he was under her control during his stay in the state.
The BJP accused Banerjee’s administration of impeding the Home Ministry’s initiatives to secure the India-Bangladesh border by not providing necessary land for fencing. Additionally, the party alleged that the Trinamool Congress, led by Banerjee, is promoting infiltration to change the state’s demographic composition. The BJP also claimed that while the Centre aims to ensure only Indian citizens vote through the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, Banerjee has threatened protests and “riots” to disrupt the process.
Sambit Patra raised concerns about post-poll violence in West Bengal, asserting that over 300 BJP workers have been killed under the Trinamool Congress regime. He criticized the state government for allegedly condoning violent acts. Patra emphasized that the BJP’s goal is to secure a significant majority in the 2026 Assembly elections to counter what they term as “Jungle Raj” in the state. The BJP reiterated its commitment to stopping illegal infiltration through the eastern borders and promised to provide good governance in West Bengal.
