Amit Shah alleges Bengal infiltration crisis and accuses the Mamata Banerjee government of ignoring public concerns for political gain. Addressing a press conference in Kolkata, the Union Home Minister said people in West Bengal fear rising infiltration from Bangladesh.
Shah claimed the state government refuses to provide land for border fencing. He alleged that the Trinamool Congress encourages infiltration to protect its vote bank. He assured voters that a BJP government would identify and deport illegal immigrants.
The Home Minister said West Bengal’s economy has declined sharply. He claimed industries have moved out due to corruption, violence, and extortion. Shah stated that Bengal once led India in industrial growth but now lags behind the national average in income.
He said Bengal’s per capita income has fallen far below the national level. Shah blamed the state government for delaying central schemes like PM Kisan and refusing to implement Ayushman Bharat. He said farmers lost ₹10,000 crore due to delays.
Shah also alleged large-scale political violence. He claimed over 300 BJP workers have died, while thousands remain displaced since the 2021 elections.
Mamata Banerjee hit back from Bankura. She accused the BJP of targeting Bengali speakers nationwide. She claimed people face harassment under SIR and alleged several deaths linked to the process.
