Thousands of women flooded Kolkata’s roads Thursday as Smriti Irani spearheaded a vibrant BJP roadshow backing the party’s Lok Sabha contender. The event pulsed with energy, underscoring a groundswell of support amid Bengal’s fiercely contested polls.
Speaking to the media post-roadshow, Irani invoked PM Modi’s stark assurance: Upon BJP forming the government, Bengal will witness ‘Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, and strict Hisaab for those who looted the state.’ The former minister’s words resonated deeply, tying into broader narratives of justice and progress.
Irani drew attention to the RG Kar tragedy’s aftermath, where the bereaved mother is contesting as BJP’s nominee. Facing TMC harassment, her resolve exemplifies women’s fight for dignity. ‘Bengal’s polls are special because mothers demand justice here,’ Irani emphasized, critiquing past UPA regimes for ignoring women’s political rise.
Spotlighting Modi’s Nari Shakti legislation, she called on rivals to back women’s quota in assemblies. ‘Modi empowers; others sidelined women,’ she charged. Turning to security, Irani contrasted BJP’s border vigilance with TMC’s alleged indulgence of infiltrators, aligning with Delhi’s crackdown.
Modi’s recent speech set the tone: TMC sabotages PM-branded welfare schemes, denying Bengalis benefits. ‘Time for partnership in development and accountability for plunderers.’ Irani’s outreach amplifies this, positioning BJP as Bengal’s beacon for change, equality, and retribution against mismanagement.
