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PM Modi's Kolkata Mega Rally Ends BJP's Parivartan Yatra Amid Tight Security

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed a major political rally at Kolkata's Brigade Parade Ground, marking the conclusion of the BJP's Parivartan Yatra in West Bengal. The event featured two separate programs, one administrative for launching central projects and another for a political speech, with stringent security measures in place. The Kolkata Police deployed about 3,000 personnel, declared the area a no-fly zone, and positioned officers on rooftops to monitor the event. Meanwhile, the Trinamool Congress countered with posters along the Prime Minister's route, demanding payment of central dues to the state.

Key Points: PM Modi Kolkata Rally Ends BJP Parivartan Yatra

  • Modi addresses mega rally in Kolkata
  • Event ends BJP's Parivartan Yatra
  • Tight security with 3000 personnel deployed
  • TMC posters protest central dues
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PM Modi's mega rally in Kolkata today marks end of BJP's Parivartan Yatra in Bengal (Ld)

PM Modi addresses a mega rally in Kolkata, marking the end of BJP's Parivartan Yatra in West Bengal ahead of crucial state elections.

"After being in the administrative dais for a brief period, the Prime Minister will reach the main dais and deliver his political speech from there - BJP state committee member"

Kolkata, March 14

Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, will address a mega rally organised by the West Bengal unit of the BJP on Saturday afternoon at Brigade Parade Ground in central Kolkata. This will also mark the end of the party's 'Parivartan Yatra' in the state amid the crucial Assembly elections in the state scheduled for later this year.

The Prime Minister will be addressing two programmes at Brigade Parade Ground today, the first being administrative and the second being political.

Two separate platforms have been erected at the Brigade Parade Ground for the two programmes adjacent to each other. The dais for the administrative programme had been erected behind the main dais, from where the Prime Minister will give his political speech.

The officers of the different Central Government departments are in charge of the administrative dais, from which the Prime Minister will lay the foundation stone of different central government projects in West Bengal virtually.

"After being in the administrative dais for a brief period, the Prime Minister will reach the main dais and deliver his political speech from there," said a state committee member of the BJP in West Bengal.

Meanwhile, almost the entire central Kolkata had been wrapped under a blanket security cover since morning amid the twin programmes of the Prime Minister.

The rally ground, as well as the adjacent zones, had already been declared as "No-Fly Zone". Even flying of drones has been strictly banned in that area during the rally period. Security personnel have already been deputed on the roofs of high-rise buildings adjacent to the rally ground, and they will keep a close watch on movements in the area.

About 3,000 security personnel have been deployed for the rally alone, said a senior officer of the Kolkata Police. On Friday evening, the BJP leadership reviewed the preparations for the rally.

It is learnt that the security arrangements have been made in a zone-wise manner. Deputy commissioners are in charge of each zone. An officer of the rank of joint commissioner will oversee the entire arrangement.

Officers of the rank of additional commissioner of police will also be on the streets on Saturday.

Meanwhile, Trinamool Congress, since Friday night, has flooded the city with posters demanding payment of unpaid dues under various central government schemes to the West Bengal government.

The posters have been displayed especially at the routes from where the Prime Minister's convoy will be moving. "Go back, Modi," posters have also been deployed in the area.

The state unit of the BJP has also flooded the city with posters of the rally and huge cutouts of the Prime Minister.

- IANS

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Priya S
Interesting to see the dual dais setup - one for administration, one for politics. A clever way to showcase government work alongside the campaign. But honestly, all this security and money spent on rallies... could it be better used elsewhere? Just a thought.
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Rohit P
Parivartan Yatra ending with a bang in Kolkata! The posters war between BJP and TMC is the real story here 😂. "Go back Modi" vs huge cutouts. Bengal election is going to be a full-on political battle. As a citizen, I just want whichever government delivers on promises.
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Sarah B
The security details are impressive but also a bit overwhelming. It must be so disruptive for daily life in central Kolkata. I understand the need for safety, but I feel for the residents and shopkeepers there today.
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Vikram M
Good to see the foundation stones for central projects being laid. Bengal has been lagging in some sectors. Hope this translates to actual work on the ground and not just virtual ceremonies. The state needs a change, basi.
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Kavya N
The TMC posters about unpaid dues is a valid counter. Politics aside, if there are genuine funds owed to the state for schemes like MGNREGA, that needs to be resolved first. People's welfare should be above these rallies.

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