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PM Modi's Mega Bengal Road Show Draws Thousands in Siliguri

Prime Minister Narendra Modi concluded a day of campaigning in West Bengal with a massive road show in Siliguri, drawing thousands of enthusiastic supporters. The PM waved to the crowd from his vehicle, at times leaning out the window while holding a BJP lotus symbol. Earlier in the day, he addressed three separate campaign rallies in the districts of East Burdwan, Murshidabad, and South Dinajpur. The two-phase Assembly elections in the state are scheduled for April 23 and April 29, with results to be declared on May 4.

Key Points: PM Modi Holds Mega Road Show in Siliguri, West Bengal

  • Modi holds mega road show in Siliguri
  • Crowd chants Modi and Jai Shree Ram
  • PM addressed three rallies earlier in the day
  • West Bengal polls on April 23 & 29
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PM Modi holds mega road show in Siliguri after three rallies

PM Narendra Modi holds a massive road show in Siliguri after three campaign rallies in West Bengal ahead of the state's two-phase Assembly polls.

PM Modi holds mega road show in Siliguri after three rallies
"What an extraordinary sight it is to see so much love and respect for our beloved PM - Raju Bista"

Kolkata, April 11

After addressing three mega campaign rallies in three districts of West Bengal through the day amid the forthcoming two-phase Assembly polls in the state later this month, PM Narendra Modi participated in a mega road show at Bagdogra near Siliguri in Darjeeling district in the northern sector of the state on Saturday evening.

As the Prime Minister's convoy moved through the roads, thousands of local people stood on the roadside shouting "Modi-Modi" and "Jai Shree Ram" slogans.

Initially, the Prime Minister was seen sitting on the front seat of his vehicle beside the driver's seat, waving his hands towards the crowd.

Later, he leaned out of the vehicle window and waved at the crowd carrying a replica of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)'s symbol, the "Lotus."

The Prime Minister's direct interaction made the crowd on the roadside even more enthusiastic, with the pitch of their slogans rising higher.

BJP's two-time Lok Sabha member from the Darjeeling constituency, Raju Bista, posted a video of the road show on his social media handle and said that the crowd's enthusiasm proved that PM Narendra Modi is one of the most popular world leaders.

He added that in India, particularly in the Darjeeling hills, the Terai, and the Dooars, he is seen as a guardian.

"Today in Siliguri, thousands of people lined up to welcome him to our beautiful region. He obliged by greeting the people in person. What an extraordinary sight it is to see so much love and respect for our beloved PM, and him reciprocating that love by meeting the people in person spontaneously," Bista said.

Earlier in the day, the Prime Minister addressed three campaign rallies: the first at Katwa in East Burdwan district, the second at Jangipur in Murshidabad district, and the third at Kushmandi in South Dinajpur district.

The two-phase West Bengal Assembly polls will be held on April 23 and April 29.

The results will be declared on May 4.

- IANS

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Priyanka N
While I appreciate the PM's hard work, I do hope the focus remains on substantive issues facing Bengal - employment, infrastructure, and public services. Road shows generate buzz, but we need concrete plans for the state's development. The real test is on results day.
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Aman W
Three rallies and a roadshow in one day? The man's stamina is incredible, I'll give him that. Must be exhausting for the security detail as well. Hope the local administration managed the crowds and traffic properly.
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Sarah B
Interesting to see the political culture here. The direct interaction from the vehicle window is quite a personal touch you don't always see with leaders elsewhere. The enthusiasm reported is palpable, even through an article.
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Raju B
As someone from the North East region, it's heartening to see our areas like Siliguri, Darjeeling, Terai getting this level of attention from the national leadership. Often feels like we are forgotten. Hope this translates into focused development for our beautiful region.
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Karthik V
The sheer scale of campaigning is mind-boggling. Katwa, Jangipur, Kushmandi, and then Siliguri... covering so much ground. The election machinery is in full swing. May the best team win for Bengal's future. Democracy in action!

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