Devendra Fadnavis Confident of BJP's Victory in West Bengal 2026 Elections
BJP's Promising Outlook for West Bengal Elections
On Friday, Devendra Fadnavis, the Chief Minister of Maharashtra and a prominent BJP leader, expressed strong confidence in the party's success in the upcoming 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections. He emphasized that the electorate is eager for a change from the 15-year rule of the Trinamool Congress government. Currently, Fadnavis is in West Bengal, actively campaigning for his party ahead of the first phase of elections scheduled for April 23.
Fadnavis stated in an interview that this time, the people of Bengal will heed their hearts' desires, which call for change. He noted that while they expressed similar sentiments in 2021, fear held them back. Now, however, the people understand that 'victory lies beyond fear.' He firmly believes that change is imminent and that the BJP will come to power in the state.
Addressing the BJP's campaign against illegal immigration, he asserted that a BJP-led government would eliminate anti-national elements from West Bengal. He highlighted the significant issue of how the current government has altered the demographic structure of the state by allowing illegal immigrants to settle, which he deemed dangerous for the nation. He stressed the need to expel these individuals, stating that they come solely for their survival and have no regard for the country's interests. Once the BJP assumes power, he vowed to remove these anti-national forces from the state.
In response to Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's claims of the BJP being 'anti-Bengali,' Fadnavis countered by asserting that the BJP is, in fact, the true party of Bengal. He referenced the establishment of the Bharatiya Jana Sangh by Shyama Prasad Mukherjee in 1951, emphasizing that the party's roots are deeply embedded in Bengal. He argued that all BJP leaders are genuine Bengalis and cannot be labeled as outsiders.
Fadnavis also criticized the economic performance under the TMC government, claiming that over 6,000 industries and more than 100 listed companies have left West Bengal during their tenure. He pointed out the immense potential for industrial growth in the state but noted that the current atmosphere of fear is a significant barrier. He expressed optimism that with better governance and improved ease of doing business, West Bengal could reclaim its status as an industrial hub, creating numerous job opportunities once the BJP is in power. He reiterated the need to liberate the state from the exodus of industries that occurred under Mamata Banerjee's administration.