Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday launched a sharp political offensive against the Trinamool Congress during his rallies in Purba Bardhaman and Jangipur, asserting that the ruling party is under pressure due to the growing support for the Bharatiya Janata Party in the state. He claimed that the political mood in West Bengal is shifting and assured voters that law and order would be significantly strengthened if the BJP comes to power, with a particular emphasis on ensuring the safety of women and taking strict action against those involved in political violence.

Addressing the rally, Modi took a firm stance on the issue of illegal infiltration, saying that infiltrators would be identified and expelled, and those who facilitated their settlement would also face consequences. He noted that many developed nations have already adopted strict measures on infiltration, stressing that West Bengal would see similar action under a BJP government.

The Prime Minister also announced that the BJP would bring out a detailed White Paper on corruption and the law and order situation in the state to ensure accountability of those allegedly involved in wrongdoing. He added that a judicial inquiry, led by a retired Supreme Court judge, would be set up to investigate incidents of political violence.

Seeking to reassure the public, Modi said that welfare schemes introduced by Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee would not be discontinued, but efforts would be made to eliminate corruption in their implementation. He further promised that the Ayushman Bharat scheme would be rolled out in West Bengal at the earliest if the BJP forms the government.

Targeting what he described as the “syndicate system,” Modi said it would be replaced with a transparent tendering process, adding that criminal networks linked to illegal activities such as sand mining would face strict action. Referring to incidents like the Katwa blast and unrest in areas such as Sandeshkhali, he alleged that such issues reflect deeper governance failures and vowed decisive intervention.

Later, speaking at another rally in Jangipur, Modi reiterated that national security remains a top priority for the BJP and said the party would work towards implementing the Uniform Civil Code if voted to power. He accused the TMC of adopting practices similar to past regimes and claimed that the people of West Bengal are ready for change, asserting that they will not be intimidated by threats or political pressure.

With the state set to vote in two phases on April 23 and April 29, and counting scheduled for May 4, the Prime Minister expressed confidence that the electorate would deliver a decisive mandate, framing the election as a turning point for governance and security in West Bengal.