Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate Dilip Ghosh from West Bengal’s Kharagpur Assembly constituency criticized the Trinamool Congress for using intimidation tactics to win elections. Ghosh predicted that the TMC would fade from the political scene due to their oppressive methods, ensuring a peaceful electoral process is essential.
Ghosh emphasized the necessity of robust security measures for the upcoming elections, advocating for the deployment of Central forces to ensure fair polling. He assured that adequate security arrangements would be in place to facilitate voting without fear, with forces deployed as needed to maintain a secure environment.
Meanwhile, Trinamool chief Mamata Banerjee expressed concerns about the SIR process, alleging biased voter list deletions. She accused the Election Commission of partiality in name deletions and hinted at central leadership involvement. Banerjee also cautioned about potential EVM malfunctions, advising party workers to request replacements and questioned the need for fresh revisions when using the same electoral rolls for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections.
