Suvendu Adhikari Raises 'Har Ghar Bhagwa Chhaega, Ram Rajya Aaega' Slogan in West Bengal Campaign

BJP leader accuses TMC of corruption and exploitation as Bengal heads for two-phase assembly polls on April 23 and 29, with results on May 4.

Suvendu Adhikari's Campaign Pitch  

Suvendu Adhikari, Leader of Opposition in the West Bengal Assembly and BJP candidate from Nandigram and Bhabanipur, struck a strong note during election campaigning on Wednesday. He declared that the public is ready for change and raised the slogan “Har ghar bhagwa chhaega, Ram Rajya aaega”.

Adhikari targeted the ruling Trinamool Congress, calling its leaders “brokers” who have been exploiting the people of Bengal for years. He alleged widespread corruption under the Mamata Banerjee government and claimed that while citizens celebrate Bengali New Year, the Chief Minister appears disconnected from public sentiment.

TMC Faces Heat Over Governance Issues  

The BJP has intensified attacks on the TMC, accusing it of failing to deliver on basic issues like law and order, employment, and welfare. Union Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, while campaigning, alleged that tea garden workers in Bengal continue to face poverty and neglect despite central funds reaching other sectors in neighbouring states. She questioned why the TMC government has not ensured fair wages for these workers.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, addressing BJP workers under the ‘Mera Booth Sabse Mazboot’ initiative on Tuesday, highlighted rising violence and an atmosphere of fear in the state. He pointed to youth unemployment and government employees approaching courts for justice as signs of administrative failure.

Voter List Row Intensifies  

Mamata Banerjee has accused the BJP of deleting over 90 lakh names from voter lists as part of a conspiracy to influence the polls. BJP leaders, including Sukanta Majumdar, rejected the charge and said any deletions fall under the responsibility of state officials such as BDOs and SDOs working under the TMC administration.

Anurag Thakur hit back at Banerjee’s claims, alleging that the TMC provides shelter to wrongdoers. He coined the phrase “4 May aaegi, Mamata Banerjee jayegi”, referring to the counting day when results of the West Bengal assembly elections 2026 are expected.

Delimitation Debate Echoes in Tamil Nadu  

Parallel developments in Tamil Nadu have added a national dimension to the campaign discourse. Chief Minister MK Stalin convened an emergency meeting of DMK MPs and district secretaries to discuss the Centre’s proposed delimitation exercise. He described it as possible “punishment” for southern states’ contribution to India’s progress and called for black flag protests.

DMK MP Dayanidhi Maran stated that all DMK MPs will vote against the delimitation bill and wear black attire in Parliament. Congress leader KC Venugopal acknowledged genuine concerns among southern and smaller states over changes in representation based on the latest census.

BJP leaders, including K Annamalai, dismissed Stalin’s remarks as routine politics and expressed confidence in the NDA’s prospects in Tamil Nadu, where polling is scheduled for April 23.

Background of High-Stakes Polls  

West Bengal’s 294-member assembly will go to polls in two phases — 152 seats on April 23 and 142 on April 29 — with vote counting on May 4. The TMC has been in power since 2011, while the BJP has steadily expanded its footprint in the state.

The campaign has seen sharp exchanges over voter rights, central funds, and governance. Home voting for elderly and persons with disabilities is underway in districts like Jhargram to ensure smooth participation.

Impact on Voters and Political Landscape  

These developments come amid heightened public interest in governance, development, and political accountability. Issues like women’s reservation, linked to delimitation, have also drawn comments from leaders across parties, with some welcoming the 33 per cent quota while questioning its timing with the bill.

Analysts note that the coming days will test the TMC’s hold in its stronghold against a resurgent BJP pushing for a regime change. Public fatigue with alleged corruption and law and order concerns could play a key role.

What Lies Ahead  

With just over a week left for the first phase of voting, both sides are expected to intensify door-to-door campaigns and rallies. The Election Commission has put in place measures for free and fair polls, including heavy security deployment.

The outcome on May 4 will shape not only Bengal’s political future but also influence broader national debates on federalism and representation. For the latest updates on West Bengal assembly elections 2026 and other India news today, developments continue to unfold rapidly.