Purba Bardhaman (West Bengal) [India], April 11 (HBTV): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday shared his experience before heading to a public rally in Purba Bardhaman, stating that the enthusiasm of people in West Bengal reflects the mood across the state.
In a post shared on X, the Prime Minister highlighted the energy and turnout at his rally held amid scorching heat.
'Just before my massive rally in Purba Bardhaman, which has just concluded... Noon time. Scorching heat. But the enthusiasm of West Bengal is all the way all across the state,' PM Modi posted.
In a video shared along with the post, the Prime Minister was seen interacting with supporters before addressing the public meeting, describing the response he received upon arrival.
'My dear friends, you can see behind me what the mood of Bengal is. It's only 11:00-11:30, and this is my first meeting of the day. Thousands of people, youth, mothers, and sisters are here just at the helipad. This is an amazing scene. Well, people are waiting for me at the public meeting, so I must go. Thank you,' PM Modi said in the video.
The remarks come as the Bharatiya Janata Party continues to intensify its campaign in West Bengal ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections, with multiple rallies being addressed by senior party leaders.
While addressing a rally, the Prime Minister announced that a BJP-led government would release a 'white paper' to provide a comprehensive account of alleged corruption under the 15-year Trinamool Congress regime.
PM Modi also targeted the party’s leadership, alleging systemic corruption involving ministers and local MLAs.
'BJP will bring a white paper to ensure a legal accounting of corruption involving TMC’s MLAs, ministers, and syndicates. It will present a full account of the government’s 15 years. Under a BJP government, strict action will be taken to stop every such crime,' he said.
In an effort to consolidate support among women voters, the Prime Minister made a financial pledge.
'Seeing Bengal’s growing support for BJP, TMC is in panic and is misleading people with lies. You can be certain that BJP will shut down their shop of corruption. I have especially come to assure all the sisters and daughters of Bengal that BJP has announced INR 3,000 per month for women,' PM Modi said.
The Prime Minister’s visit comes as West Bengal prepares for polling on April 23 and 29, with results scheduled for May 4. The upcoming elections follow the 2021 Assembly polls, where the Trinamool Congress secured 213 seats, while the BJP won 77 seats, marking a significant rise for the party. (ANI)