West Bengal Assembly Elections: Election campaigning for the first phase of the West Bengal Assembly elections ended today. Voting for the first phase in the state is scheduled for April 23. On the last day of campaigning, political parties made vigorous efforts to win over the people. In this context, Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma also held a rally in Bengal, during which he targeted the TMC government and CM Mamata Banerjee.

During a campaign event in Purulia, Bengal, CM Himanta Biswa Sarma stated that the Trinamool government provides only ₹1,500 under the ‘Lakshmi Bhandar’ scheme. Is Goddess Lakshmi really so miserly? Goddess Lakshmi should not be defamed, and this scheme should be replaced with a new one. Additionally, he accused CM Mamata of scaring people in the state by claiming that fish consumption would be banned if the BJP government came to power. Let us explain what CM Sarma said.

When Himanta Biswa Sarma cornered CM Mamata

On the last day of election campaigning, Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma made these comments during a BJP public meeting in Balarampur, Purulia. Addressing the crowd, he said that the Trinamool government gives only ₹1,500 under the ‘Lakshmi Bhandar’ scheme. Is Goddess Lakshmi really so miserly? Goddess Lakshmi should not be defamed. Therefore, close ‘Lakshmi Bhandar’ and start ‘Annapurna Bhandar’ in its place. Under ‘Annapurna Bhandar’, ₹3,000 will be provided.

CM Mamata given a meat-eating challenge

CM Himanta launched a verbal attack on Mamata Banerjee, stating that they (TMC) claim that if the BJP comes to power, people will not be allowed to consume fish and meat. CM Sarma said that the BJP is in power in Assam, so have the people there stopped eating fish and meat? Himanta said, I told Mamata Didi that I will invite you to my home. We will sit together and have a meal of rice and fish, and we will hold a fish-eating competition.

CM Himanta claimed that I will eat one kilogram more fish than Mamata Didi. We will organize a fish and meat-eating competition between 100 people from Bengal and 100 BJP members from Assam. The Assam BJP team will eat two kilograms more meat.

TMC heavily criticized

It is noteworthy that Himanta said that if anyone tries to raise a hand against BJP workers, we will severely beat Trinamool members. Do not worry about the police. He said that after May 4, the police will change sides. Those who are currently leaning towards the ‘Left’ will turn to the ‘Right’. Himanta said that the Bengal police themselves will teach the TMC activists a lesson. Those who act like thugs for Trinamool are not really ‘bully’ types; they have just received police protection.

Purulia

Purulia, located in the Indian state of West Bengal, is a district known for its rich cultural heritage and scenic landscapes, including the Ajodhya Hills. Historically, it was part of the ancient kingdom of Manbhum and later came under British rule, with its tribal communities contributing to vibrant folk traditions like Chhau dance. The area also features archaeological sites, such as temples and ruins from the medieval period, reflecting its diverse historical influences.

Balarampur

Balarampur is a town in the Purulia district of West Bengal, India, known for its historical and cultural significance as a former princely state. The region was once part of the Manbhum district and later became a zamindari estate under the British Raj, with its rulers playing a role in local administration. Today, it is notable for its tribal heritage, traditional crafts, and proximity to natural attractions like the Ajodhya Hills.