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Dharmendra Pradhan Predicts TMC Exit in Bengal as Phase 2 Polls Begin

Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has predicted a decisive shift in West Bengal's political landscape, claiming the TMC government will be ousted. He cited high voter turnout in phase 1 as evidence of public support for the BJP. Pradhan dismissed Mamata Banerjee's recent remarks as "senseless" and stemming from fear of defeat. The second phase of polling is scheduled for April 29, with results due on May 4.

Key Points: Dharmendra Pradhan Predicts TMC Exit in Bengal Phase 2 Polls

  • Dharmendra Pradhan predicts TMC exit in Bengal polls
  • High voter turnout signals BJP success
  • Mamata Banerjee's remarks dismissed as "fear of defeat"
  • Phase 1 turnout at 91.78%, phase 2 on April 29
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"Change is certain": Dharmendra Pradhan predicts TMC exit as Bengal enters phase 2 polls

Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan forecasts a TMC defeat in West Bengal, citing high voter turnout and public discontent. Phase 2 polls set for April 29.

"Change will happen in Bengal... This time, the government that is anti-people, anti-women, anti-farmer, anti-youth, and gives importance to infiltrators is certain to go. - Dharmendra Pradhan"

New Delhi, April 28

As the second phase of the West Bengal Assembly elections unfolds, Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has projected a decisive shift in the state's political landscape, claiming that public sentiment has firmly turned against the ruling Trinamool Congress.

Speaking to reporters in Delhi, the Union Minister didn't mince words regarding the performance of the Mamata Banerjee-led government, characterising it as a regime that has failed across multiple sectors of the electorate.

Pradhan emphasised that the high voter turnout witnessed in the initial stages of the election serves as a harbinger for the BJP's success. He categorised the current administration as being fundamentally disconnected from the needs of the state.

"Change will happen in Bengal... This time, the government that is anti-people, anti-women, anti-farmer, anti-youth, and gives importance to infiltrators is certain to go. There was good voter turnout in the first phase. A good number of seats are coming in favour of the BJP. Especially, seeing the kind of public support in the second phase, there is no doubt in anyone's mind. The TMC government is going, and a new BJP government is going to be formed," he said.

Addressing recent verbal volleys from West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, Pradhan suggested that the TMC leadership is reacting to an imminent loss. He dismissed her recent statements as "senseless remarks" born out of a "fear of defeat."

During phase 1 polls, West Bengal recorded a significantly higher voter turnout of 91.78 per cent, according to the Election Commission of India.

The high turnout figures underline an active electoral exercise as polling drew to a close amid tight security arrangements across constituencies.

The polling for the second phase will be held on April 29, with counting of votes scheduled for May 4.

- ANI

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Priya S
Finally someone speaking the truth! The TMC government has become completely disconnected from common people. Corruption is rampant, and development has stalled. Time for a change in Bengal, just like we saw in other states. Jai Hind! 🇮🇳
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Vikram M
Pradhan ji's prediction is nothing but wishful thinking. Bengal has a strong cultural identity and people here value their local leaders. BJP needs to focus on ground-level issues instead of just making statements from Delhi.
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Ananya R
I am from Bengal, and I can tell you the mood has definitely shifted this time. People are tired of TMC's empty promises and strong-arm politics. The youth especially want real development and jobs. Let's see what happens, but change is in the air! 💪
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Rohit P
Respectful criticism: The minister should focus on actual governance issues rather than making bold predictions. Both TMC and BJP need to address pressing problems like unemployment, healthcare, and education. Elections are about people, not politicians' egos.
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Kavya N
I'm just happy to see such high voter turnout! Whatever the result, it shows our democracy is strong. More voting means more accountability. Now let's hope whoever wins actually works for the people of Bengal. 🤞

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