Kolkata: At a high-energy public meeting in Barrackpore, PM Modi West Bengal rally marked a crucial campaign push ahead of the second phase of voting in the state. Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed confidence in the Bharatiya Janata Party’s performance, stating that he would return to attend the BJP’s oath-taking ceremony after the results.
The PM Modi West Bengal rally saw the Prime Minister calling it his final campaign event in the state. He said the massive public turnout along the route to the venue reflected strong support for the party and increased his confidence ahead of the May 4 results.
PM Modi West Bengal Rally : PM Attacks TMC Government
During the PM Modi West Bengal rally, the Prime Minister launched a sharp attack on the ruling All India Trinamool Congress, alleging that industrial growth in West Bengal has slowed and several factories have shut down under its rule.
He claimed the state lacks a clear roadmap for development and reiterated the need for a “double-engine government” to accelerate progress through better coordination between the Centre and the state. The PM Modi West Bengal rally also saw him accuse the ruling party of promoting intimidation and a “syndicate system” instead of good governance.
Women’s Safety and Kolkata Identity Issue
At the PM Modi West Bengal rally, Modi also raised concerns over women’s safety, urging voters to reflect on the TMC’s governance record. He alleged that the state had become unsafe for women and called for stronger law and order under a new government.
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He further remarked that promises to develop Kolkata like London had not been fulfilled, claiming that the city’s identity had changed negatively over the last 15 years. The PM Modi West Bengal rally also included references to alleged illegal infiltration and its impact on urban development.
Five Guarantees for West Bengal Youth
Addressing young voters at the PM Modi West Bengal rally, the Prime Minister announced five key promises focused on employment and welfare:
- Timely government recruitment
- Filling of all vacant posts
- Skill-linked job creation
- Implementation of 7th Pay Commission benefits
- G-RAM-G rural employment scheme
Election Schedule
The West Bengal Assembly elections are being held in multiple phases. The first phase on April 23 recorded a turnout of 93.19%, the highest in the state’s history. The second phase of voting is scheduled for April 29, with results to be declared on May 4.
The PM Modi West Bengal rally concluded with a strong appeal to voters to support the BJP, promising better governance, improved safety for women, and faster development across the state.