West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee made headlines on Thursday with shocking allegations against the BJP, accusing the party of manipulating the electoral rolls for the 2026 Bengal polls. The fiery leader claimed that fake voters from states like Haryana and Gujarat were being added to the voter list in Bengal, with the apparent support of the Election Commission.
In a bold statement, Mamata Banerjee declared, “I have evidence that an agency operating in Bengal is swapping the names of voters from Bengal with those from other states like Haryana and Gujarat, all while maintaining the same Voter ID card number. This operation is being orchestrated from Delhi.” These allegations come on the heels of a similar accusation made by Mamata’s ally, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), ahead of the Delhi Assembly Polls.
Allegations of Electoral Fraud
The Chief Minister did not mince words, pointing fingers directly at the BJP for employing the same tactics in Delhi and Maharashtra by enrolling voters from outside Bengal to sway the election results in their favor. Drawing parallels to previous wins in Maharashtra, Haryana, and Delhi, Mamata Banerjee urged her party workers to stand firm and ensure that Bengal emerges victorious once again.
“I have two requests for you – defeat the BJP and secure a win for Bengal. Do not fret, we will emerge victorious. We are the pride of Bengal, not Delhi or Maharashtra,” Banerjee declared passionately to her TMC supporters.
Setting Ambitious Goals
Looking ahead to the 2026 Bengal Assembly Polls, Mamata Banerjee set an ambitious target of clinching more than 215 out of the total 294 seats in the state assembly. The seasoned leader emphasized the TMC’s commitment to reducing the BJP’s stronghold and securing a fourth consecutive term in power.
Reflecting on the TMC’s significant victory in 2021 with 213 seats, ensuring a comfortable majority, Mamata Banerjee expressed confidence in surpassing that number in the upcoming elections. “I concur with Abhishek that we must aim for at least one more seat than our previous tally. Our objective is clear – secure 215 seats or more, making it a tough battle for the BJP, CPIM, and Congress candidates,” Banerjee asserted.
As Mamata Banerjee gears up for the electoral battle ahead, her resolve is unwavering. With the TMC’s sights set on a resounding victory in 2026, the political landscape in West Bengal promises to be nothing short of riveting. Stay tuned for more updates as the story unfolds.
