Mamata Banerjee Leads Protest in Kolkata Against Electoral Roll Changes

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee led a significant protest rally in Kolkata against the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls, which her party, the Trinamool Congress, claims is a covert attempt at rigging by the BJP-led government. The rally, which began at the B R Ambedkar statue and concluded at the historic Jorasanko Thakur Bari, saw thousands of supporters rallying behind her. Dressed in her iconic white saree, Banerjee engaged with the crowd, emphasizing her party's stance against the electoral changes.

By Narendra Chaudhary Nov 4, 2025, 15:31 IST

Protest Against Electoral Roll Revision

Kolkata: On Tuesday, Mamata Banerjee, the Chief Minister of West Bengal, took to the streets of Kolkata to spearhead a protest rally opposing the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls.

The ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC) has criticized this initiative, labeling it as a form of 'silent invisible rigging' orchestrated by the BJP-led central government and the Election Commission.

Accompanied by her nephew, Abhishek Banerjee, who serves as the TMC's national general secretary, the Chief Minister commenced the 3.8-kilometer march from the B R Ambedkar statue located on Red Road.

The rally is set to conclude at Jorasanko Thakur Bari, the historic residence of Rabindranath Tagore.

A large crowd of TMC supporters filled the streets, waving party flags, chanting slogans, and displaying vibrant posters.

Dressed in her signature white cotton saree and slippers, Banerjee led the procession, frequently pausing to acknowledge supporters gathered on balconies and sidewalks.

Following closely behind, Abhishek Banerjee waved to the enthusiastic crowd, accompanied by senior TMC leaders and ministers.