Mamata Banerjee Vows to Shield Bengalis, Sets Sights on 2026 National Stage
In a powerful address at the TMC’s annual Martyrs’ Day rally in Kolkata, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee declared her commitment to protecting Bengalis from any form of perceived harassment. She drew a parallel to the controversial National Register of Citizens (NRC) exercise in Assam, often referred to as “SIR” (similar to NRC), and vowed to prevent any such initiative in West Bengal.
Banerjee Rallies TMC, Targets BJP in 2026
The rally served as a platform for Banerjee to energize her party, the Trinamool Congress (TMC), and outline a clear political objective: removing the BJP from power at the center in the 2026 general elections. She urged her supporters to focus on winning the upcoming West Bengal assembly elections in 2026 as a stepping stone to achieving this national goal.
Protecting Bengalis a Top Priority
Banerjee’s emphasis on protecting the interests of Bengalis resonated with the large crowd gathered for the rally. She reiterated her firm stance against any measures that she believes could potentially disenfranchise or marginalize the Bengali community. Her passionate appeal for unity and strength garnered significant applause.