How can Bengal election be fair when so many genuine voters are left out, asks Shashi Panja
Shashi Panja criticized the BJP for political violence and voter disenfranchisement ahead of the 2026 elections. She highlighted the deletion of thousands of voters in her constituency, questioning the fairness of the electoral process. Panja also discussed the Trinamool Congress's initiatives aimed at women voters amidst the ongoing political tensions.
- ▪Shashi Panja condemned the BJP for political violence and intimidation against her.
- ▪She raised concerns about the deletion of 44,000 voters in her constituency, questioning the fairness of upcoming elections.
- ▪Panja emphasized the importance of women-centric schemes by the Trinamool Congress, which have gained significant popularity.
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This house came under attack on March 14. Did you ever think you would personally become a victim of political violence? We knew that the BJP is a violent party, it’s politics is very shallow. But this was a new low. It was total hooliganism and they are proud about what they did. It is shocking and humiliating because I was in my own house, my political office, and I was putting up political banners. I was clearly overpowered. What surprises me most is the cowardice. You have a lady in front of you; you can’t come running with a brick and thump it in her stomach. They did it on a day when the Prime Minister was in the city. You’re a senior leader in the party and three-time MLA and Minister as well.
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