On the 77th Republic Day, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee emphasized the importance of collective internal vigilance to safeguard liberty, while Leader of Opposition Suvendu Adhikari called for a renewed commitment to building a self-reliant, stronger, and united India. Banerjee, in a social media post, urged everyone to uphold the core values of the Constitution and exercise vigilance for the nation’s well-being. Adhikari, in his own post, emphasized the need for a stronger and self-reliant India on this significant day.
The Chief Minister’s call for internal vigilance has drawn attention from political observers, especially amidst her ongoing disputes with the central government, BJP, and the Election Commission of India over the Special Intensive Revision in the state. This statement is seen as politically significant, contrasting with Adhikari’s more conventional Republic Day message. Banerjee and her party, Trinamool Congress, have criticized the revision process, alleging it threatens voters’ rights and could lead to the implementation of the National Register of Citizens in West Bengal.
