Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan expressed concerns that West Bengal is moving away from constitutional governance, citing the Malda incident as evidence. He criticized Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, claiming the state is no longer safe under her leadership. These remarks come amidst escalating political tensions ahead of the upcoming West Bengal Assembly elections.
BJP leaders have been vocal about the alleged misrule of the Trinamool Congress government, stating that people in the state are eager for change. Pradhan, while in Jhargram, emphasized his party’s optimism, suggesting the possibility of a “double-engine” government in West Bengal. He highlighted the need for governance focused on delivering good governance rather than instilling fear and intimidation.
Referring to the Malda incident involving an attack on judicial officers, Pradhan criticized the deteriorating law and order situation in the state. He pointed out that the incident led to the deployment of the Army, indicating a breakdown in normal law enforcement. The Education Minister also highlighted the BJP’s growing influence in West Bengal over the past decade, aiming for a stronger presence in the upcoming elections.
Touching on the National Education Policy 2020, Pradhan defended the policy’s language provisions, emphasizing the importance of education in regional languages. He dismissed criticisms of the policy as politically motivated attempts to create confusion. Pradhan affirmed that the BJP is determined to establish a robust government in West Bengal.
