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BJP Claims "Saffron Wave" Sweeping Bengal, Predicts TMC Rout in Polls

BJP MP Saumitra Khan asserts a powerful "saffron wave" is sweeping West Bengal ahead of the state assembly elections, claiming public sentiment has shifted due to dissatisfaction with the ruling TMC. Senior BJP leader Dilip Ghosh launched a sharp attack on Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, alleging her party's attempts to win via "infiltrators" have failed and that the Hindu community lives in fear. The political campaigning has intensified with the state set for two-phase polls on April 23 and 29, with results due on May 4. The upcoming battle is a high-stakes confrontation following the BJP's significant growth to 77 seats in the 2021 elections against the TMC's landslide victory.

Key Points: BJP's "Saffron Wave" Claim in West Bengal Assembly Polls

  • BJP claims strong "saffron wave" in Bengal
  • Leaders cite public anger at TMC misdeeds
  • Dilip Ghosh alleges TMC's "infiltrator" strategy failed
  • High-stakes polls set for April 23 and 29
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"Only saffron wave is in West Bengal": BJP's Saumitra Khan ahead of state assembly polls

BJP leaders Saumitra Khan and Dilip Ghosh claim a strong pro-BJP wave in West Bengal, citing public anger against TMC's alleged misdeeds and corruption.

"The whole of Bengal is turning saffron. Only the saffron wave is in West Bengal. - Saumitra Khan"

Durgapur, April 12

BJP MP Saumitra Khan on Sunday claimed that a strong "saffron wave" is sweeping across West Bengal ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections, expressing confidence in his party's prospects in the state.

Speaking in Durgapur, Khan claimed that public sentiment is shifting in favour of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), citing dissatisfaction with the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC).

"The whole of Bengal is turning saffron. Only the saffron wave is in West Bengal. This time, the public wants the Bharatiya Janata Party because the Trinamool Congress has committed so many misdeeds and corruption, which is why they want the BJP," he said.

The BJP leader's remarks come amid intensifying political campaigning in the state, with parties stepping up outreach efforts ahead of the Assembly polls.

Earlier in the day, BJP leader and candidate from the Kharagpur Sadar Assembly constituency, Dilip Ghosh, launched a sharp attack on West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, alleging that the TMC's attempts to win elections through "infiltrators" have failed.

Speaking to ANI, Ghosh said that the ruling party was facing public backlash and that the political mood in the state had shifted.

"The attempt [by TMC] to win elections through infiltrators has failed. That's why Mamata Banerjee has gone crazy. The Hindu community is living in fear, and therefore, change is needed," he said.

He further asserted that the electorate is prepared to vote against the ruling party in the ongoing elections.

"Today, nothing will work for the TMC. The people are ready for TMC's immersion," Ghosh added.

West Bengal is set for two phases of assembly polls on April 23 and 29, with the results set for May 4.

The upcoming elections follow the 2021 battle, where the TMC secured a landslide 213 seats. However, the BJP's growth from a minor player to 77 seats in the last cycle has set the stage for the current high-stakes confrontation.

- ANI

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Priyanka N
As a Bengali, I'm tired of this constant political blame game. Both sides make tall claims. We need development, jobs, and safety. Didi has done some good work, but corruption allegations are a serious concern. The voter is truly in a dilemma.
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Aman W
Strong words from Dilip Ghosh. The issue of illegal immigration in border districts is real and affects locals. If the TMC is seen as protecting infiltrators for votes, they will face backlash. National security should be above vote bank politics. 🇮🇳
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Sarah B
I respectfully disagree with the tone of the article. Language like "Hindu community is living in fear" is divisive. As an observer, I hope the election is fought on issues of governance and economic vision, not on stoking religious sentiments.
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Vikram M
From 3 seats to 77 seats last time, BJP's growth is undeniable. The corruption charges against TMC leaders are too many to ignore. Maybe a change is needed for a fresh start. Bengal deserves better than syndicates and cut-money culture.
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Nisha Z
All this "wave" talk happens before every election. Remember, Didi defeated the mighty Left-Congress alliance and now the BJP. She connects with the maa-maati-manush (mother, soil, people). It won't be easy to break that bond. ✊

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