Posters Mocking TMC's Alleged 'Cut-Money' Culture Appear Ahead of Bengal Elections
As the West Bengal assembly elections draw near, posters mocking the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC) for its alleged 'cut-money' culture have emerged in various public spaces. These posters not only highlight the ongoing job recruitment scandals but also point to serious irregularities in the Public Distribution System (PDS). Amit Malviya from the BJP has shared these developments, emphasizing the public's growing frustration with the TMC government. The posters feature a QR code and a provocative message urging citizens to scan for jobs or rations, symbolizing the deep-seated issues within the state's governance. This situation sets the stage for a critical electoral battle as the countdown to the elections begins.
| Apr 22, 2026, 15:31 IST
Mocking the 'Cut-Money' Culture
As the first phase of the West Bengal assembly elections approaches, posters ridiculing the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC) for its alleged 'cut-money' culture have surfaced across various markets, bus stops, and crowded transit hubs in the city. This information was shared by Amit Malviya, the head of the BJP IT cell. The posters prominently feature a large QR code labeled 'pay2tmc,' accompanied by a Bengali phrase, 'Ration Hok Ba Chakri… Scan Korun,' which translates to 'Whether it's ration or a job... just scan.'
Job Scandals and Ration Issues
These posters evoke memories of a significant scandal related to school recruitment, where thousands of eligible candidates protested on the streets, claiming they were allegedly coerced into paying bribes to secure jobs.
Additionally, the posters draw attention to irregularities within the Public Distribution System (PDS). Reports suggest that subsidized grains meant for the poor are often misappropriated or seized by middlemen.
Amit Malviya's Statement
In a tweet, Malviya stated, 'Mamata Banerjee's 'tolabazi' has now found a digital address: #PAY2TMC. The walls of Kolkata reflect the deep anger of the public. The posters read, 'Scan for ration or jobs.' These posters expose the true character (DNA) of the TMC government, where every basic right comes at the cost of 'cut-money' (commission). The decade of TMC's plunder - the SSC job scam: merit has been auctioned for money, while thousands of deserving youth struggle on the streets of Dharamtala. The PDS ration scam: what was meant for the poorest in Bengal has been seized by the TMC syndicate to fill their private coffers. The youth and the poor of West Bengal have been completely robbed. The truth is now crystal clear. The countdown to the end of this corrupt and extortionist government begins with the first phase tomorrow. Press the button to oust the TMC for good.'