Prime Minister Narendra Modi intensified the BJP’s 2026 West Bengal Assembly election campaign during a rally in Jhargram on Sunday, April 19. Addressing the “Sisters of Bengal,” the PM delivered a scathing critique of the Trinamool Congress (TMC), labeling them “anti-women” and urging voters to oust the ruling party.
The rally marks a significant escalation in political rhetoric as West Bengal prepares for the upcoming state polls.
🏛️ The Women’s Reservation Flashpoint
The central theme of the PM’s address was the recent legislative battle over the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam (Constitution 131st Amendment Bill, 2026).
- Legislative Setback: Just two days prior, on April 17, 2026, the bill failed to pass in the Lok Sabha. While it received 298 “Ayes,” it fell short of the required two-thirds majority (352 votes) needed for a Constitutional Amendment.
- The Accusation: PM Modi accused the TMC and its ally, the Congress, of “sinning” against women by blocking the bill. He claimed the TMC fears that if 33% of the assembly were women, they would raise their voices for their rights.
- The Promise: The PM reiterated the BJP’s commitment to implementing the 33% reservation for women in Parliament and State Assemblies starting from the 2029 elections.
🌾 “Annadata” Outreach: New Promises for Farmers
Shifting focus to the rural economy, the Prime Minister outlined a specific financial roadmap to woo the state’s agricultural base:
| Feature | Current/Existing | BJP 2026 Bengal Promise |
| Paddy MSP | National standard | ₹3,100 per quintal |
| Kisan Samman Nidhi | ₹6,000 per year | ₹9,000 per year |
Modi criticized the “TMC Syndicate,” alleging that it exploits potato and paddy farmers, and promised that a BJP government would ensure direct benefits without middlemen.
⚡ Governance and the “Darkness” Narrative
The PM also targeted the TMC on local infrastructure, specifically the state of electricity supply in rural Bengal.
- Service Gaps: He alleged that while TMC leaders live in “shining bungalows,” common citizens suffer through power cuts that last for days.
- The Irony: He noted that despite the lack of consistent electricity, “hefty bills” continue to arrive, adding to the common man’s burden.
🛡️ A “Last Warning” to “TMC Goons”
In a stern message regarding election law and order, the Prime Minister issued what he called a “last warning” to TMC workers. He urged them to “surrender or you won’t be spared,” signaling that the BJP intends to make electoral violence a central issue in the 2026 campaign.
The Political Context: This rally is part of a four-meeting blitz by the PM across West Bengal (including Bishnupur and Purulia) to set the narrative for the 2026 Assembly Elections, positioning “Nari Shakti” (Women’s Power) and “Annadata” (Farmers) as the pillars of the BJP’s challenge to Mamata Banerjee’s TMC.