Senior BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari criticized West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, alleging that her opposition to the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls is to protect illegal Bangladeshi infiltrators. Adhikari claimed that the Trinamool Congress (TMC) government is safeguarding infiltrators for political reasons. He accused Banerjee of objecting to the SIR solely to shield Bangladeshi infiltrators, particularly Muslims.
Adhikari referenced the Prime Minister’s statements in Parliament, emphasizing that similar issues have been raised at the national level. He highlighted that the SIR has been conducted eight times before and is now in progress for the ninth time in West Bengal. Adhikari stated that Mamata Banerjee’s opposition is solely aimed at safeguarding illegal infiltrators.
Looking forward to the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections, Adhikari expressed confidence in the BJP’s chances and drew on historical and political contexts. He mentioned victories in Kalinga (Odisha) in 2024 and Ang Pradesh (Bihar) in 2025, aiming to win Bang (West Bengal) in 2026 to complete the circle of Ang, Bang, and Kalinga. Adhikari predicted a change in governance for West Bengal in 2026.
Adhikari explained his unexpected visit to Patna, stating his intention to meet senior party leaders to discuss election strategies for West Bengal. He mentioned Bihar Health Minister Mangal Pandey as a central observer and former BJP leader in West Bengal, with whom he plans to meet. As the West Bengal Assembly elections approach, political tensions between the BJP and TMC have escalated, setting the stage for an intense campaign in the state.
