Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, while campaigning in West Bengal, criticized the Trinamool Congress government for neglecting the welfare of youth, women, and farmers in the state. He called for an end to what he termed the ‘dark reign of 15 years’ under Mamata Banerjee. Adityanath highlighted issues such as youth distress, farmer frustration, and industrial collapse, accusing the Trinamool government of focusing solely on appeasement.
Adityanath intensified his criticism by accusing the Trinamool administration of favoring a particular community while treating the majority community differently. He alleged that various mafias, including those involved in sand, coal, land, and cattle, were depleting Bengal’s natural resources, while Mamata Banerjee seemed more concerned about slogans like “Jai Shri Ram.” The Chief Minister also mentioned instances where the government restricted Durga Puja procession immersions and blamed devotees for attacks by troublemakers.
Reflecting on the state of Uttar Pradesh pre-2017, Adityanath noted a shift in treatment towards devotees of Lord Ram, contrasting past lathi charges and firings with the current acceptance. He praised Bengal’s farmers, attributing their hard work to the region’s prosperity in producing essential resources for the nation. Adityanath also highlighted Bengal’s historical significance in India’s freedom struggle, acknowledging the contributions of prominent figures like Rabindranath Tagore, Swami Vivekananda, and Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose.
In his appeal for support to BJP candidates Swagata Manna and Suvendu Samanta, Adityanath emphasized Bengal’s potential, referring to it as India’s “golden land” with a rich cultural and economic heritage. He lamented the decline witnessed over the past 15 years, citing the closure of numerous industries and the subsequent rise in unemployment. Adityanath urged voters to bring about a change from what he described as the disorder under the Trinamool regime.
