BJP Faces Setbacks in Bengal By-Elections, Arjun Singh Calls for Ground-Level Revolution

Baby Chakraborty, KalimNews, November 25, 2024, Kolkata : Following a disappointing performance in the Lok Sabha elections, the BJP has faced yet another blow in the recent by-elections in West Bengal. The party, which had earlier claimed significant victories, has now lost seats it previously held. With the state assembly elections fast approaching, questions loom over the BJP's ability to make a dent in Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's stronghold.

Adding fuel to the fire, BJP leader and former MP Arjun Singh openly criticized the party's central leadership, holding it accountable for the repeated setbacks. Speaking candidly, Singh stated, "Despite repeated explanations, the central leaders fail to grasp the ground reality. At this rate, gaining power in Bengal remains a distant dream."

Singh emphasized the need for a militant and grassroots approach to challenge Mamata Banerjee, drawing parallels with the methods she employed to overthrow the Left Front. "If we want to dislodge this government, we must adopt her strategy. We need to take to the streets without party flags," he asserted.

The former MP also highlighted the pivotal role of Leader of the Opposition Shuvendu Adhikari in spearheading the BJP's efforts in Bengal. Singh remarked, "Seven leaders in our party have the potential to lead like Mamata Banerjee, but Shuvendu Adhikari can do it single-handedly."

Calling for a unified front, Singh stressed the need to engage individuals from across political divides, including disillusioned members of the CPM. "Those who fought against the CPM are being sidelined within our party. This is a mistake. To defeat the Trinamool, we must ally with all anti-Trinamool forces, even discontented CPM cadres," he added.

As the BJP grapples with internal challenges and mounting external pressures, Singh's fiery remarks underscore the party's pressing need to recalibrate its strategy in Bengal. Whether the BJP can turn the tide in the upcoming assembly elections remains to be seen.