PM addresses mega rally in Bardhaman, targets TMC ahead of polls

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday addressed a massive public rally in Purba Bardhaman, highlighting the growing political momentum in West Bengal as campaigning intensifies ahead of the Assembly elections.Sharing his experience before the rally, Modi took to X, noting that the enthusiasm of the people reflected a broader statewide mood. “Just before my massive rally in Purba Bardhaman, which has just concluded... Noon time. Scorching heat. But the enthusiasm of West Bengal is all the way all across the state,” he posted.In a video message, the Prime Minister described the overwhelming turnout even before the event began. “My dear friends, you can see behind me what the mood of Bengal is. It's only 11:00-11:30, and this is my first meeting of the day. Thousands of people, youth, mothers, and sisters are here just at the helipad. This is an amazing scene,” he said, before proceeding to the rally venue.

Just before my massive rally in Purba Bardhaman, which has just concluded…

Noon time. ????

Scorching heat. ????

But the enthusiasm of West Bengal is ????????????.

???? all the way all across the state. pic.twitter.com/JPm4G8GvF9

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) April 11, 2026

Addressing the gathering, Modi launched a sharp attack on the ruling Trinamool Congress, alleging widespread corruption during its 15-year rule. He announced that a BJP-led government would release a “white paper” detailing alleged irregularities involving party leaders.“BJP will bring a white paper to ensure a legal accounting of corruption involving TMC's MLAs, ministers, and syndicates. It will present a full account of the government's 15 years. Under a BJP government, strict action will be taken to stop every such crime,” he said.

#WATCH | Purba Bardhaman: Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses a public rally ahead of West Bengal elections.

He says, "In Keralam, the situation is such that neither the LDF nor the UDF is even claiming victory; they can see their defeat..." pic.twitter.com/FRGTWPWDNB

— ANI (@ANI) April 11, 2026

Seeking to consolidate support among women voters, Modi also made a key financial promise, announcing Rs3,000 per month assistance for women if the Bharatiya Janata Party comes to power in the state.“Seeing Bengal's growing support for BJP, TMC is in panic and is misleading people with lies. You can be certain that BJP will shut down their shop of corruption. I have especially come to assure all the sisters and daughters of Bengal that BJP has announced Rs3,000 per month for women,” he added.
The rally comes as the BJP ramps up its campaign in West Bengal, taking on Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and her party in a high-stakes electoral battle.Polling in the state is scheduled for April 23 and 29, with results to be declared on May 4. The elections follow the 2021 Assembly polls, where the Trinamool Congress secured a decisive victory, while the BJP significantly expanded its presence, setting the stage for a closely watched contest this time.