PM Modi addressed a massive public rally in Cooch Behar, stating that the people of West Bengal are today faced with a clear choice between TMC’s fear and BJP’s trust. He said that while TMC represents cut-money, corruption, infiltration and syndicate raj, BJP stands for rapid development, security, dignity and rightful ownership of land and homes.
Highlighting the deteriorating law and order situation, PM Modi said that democracy is under constant attack in West Bengal. He referred to recent incidents in Malda, where judicial officials were held hostage, and said such events reflect the collapse of governance under TMC. He added that even the Supreme Court has had to intervene, exposing the extent of lawlessness and “Maha Jungle Raj” in the state.
Emphasising BJP’s commitment to women empowerment, the Prime Minister said Bengal is the land of Shakti worship and assured that BJP will open new avenues for women’s dignity and prosperity. He highlighted that over 3 crore women have become Lakhpati Didis under central schemes.
PM Modi said Bengal, once among India’s most developed states, has suffered due to successive phases of misgovernance under Congress, Left and now TMC. He also highlighted the SSC teacher recruitment scam and said corruption and syndicate control have damaged the future of Bengal’s youth.
Speaking on regional imbalance, the PM said North Bengal has faced severe neglect under TMC. He listed stalled infrastructure projects such as Malda, Balurghat and Hashimara airports, lack of medical colleges in several districts, and obstruction of central schemes.
Referring specifically to Cooch Behar, PM Modi said repeated promises of industrial development have remained unfulfilled. He noted that even after five years, the proposed industrial park in Mekhliganj has not materialised.
Addressing farmers’ concerns, he said Cooch Behar’s farmers, especially potato growers, are forced to sell their produce at low prices due to lack of cold storage and processing industries. He assured that a double-engine government will ensure better infrastructure and fair opportunities for farmers.
On national security, PM Modi accused the TMC government of protecting infiltrators and endangering the state’s demographic balance and security. He said the Centre is working to identify and remove illegal infiltrators, while TMC is opposing measures like SIR and threatening to roll back CAA for political gains.
Calling for decisive change in conclusion, he said the people of Bengal have resolved to defeat those attempting to alter the state’s identity. He concluded with a strong call: “Ei bar Banglar porichoy bodlanor cheshta je korche, tar bidai hobe (This time, whoever is trying to change the identity of Bengal will be dismissed).”
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निर्मम सरकार, अपने आगे किसी संवैधानिक संस्था को कुछ नहीं समझती: PM @narendramodi pic.twitter.com/RFpGIQ5Q7o
— narendramodi_in (@narendramodi_in) April 5, 2026
TMC…बंगाल में कानून-व्यवस्था का जनाजा निकालने पर तुली है: PM @narendramodi pic.twitter.com/tVJr3BR0sx
— narendramodi_in (@narendramodi_in) April 5, 2026
TMC ने बंगाल को पीछे धकेल दिया है। pic.twitter.com/17lTXqCN5b
— narendramodi_in (@narendramodi_in) April 5, 2026
बंगाल में TMC सरकार घुसपैठियों के बचाव में लगी है। pic.twitter.com/6CLgZKsGaL
— narendramodi_in (@narendramodi_in) April 5, 2026
घुसपैठियों को TMC अपना वोटबैंक मानती है। pic.twitter.com/lSuP45rNFv
— narendramodi_in (@narendramodi_in) April 5, 2026
