BJP Launches Star-Studded Campaign for West Bengal Assembly Elections
From PM Modi To Leander Paes: BJP Unveils Star-Studded Lineup For West Bengal Poll Campaign
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As the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections approach, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has announced a lineup of prominent campaigners, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi and various celebrities. This strategy aims to enhance the party's appeal against the ruling All India Trinamool Congress (TMC), with elections scheduled for April 23 and 29, 2026.
- 01BJP unveils a high-profile list of campaigners for the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections.
- 02Prime Minister Narendra Modi leads the roster, alongside other senior BJP leaders.
- 03The campaign includes celebrities like Mithun Chakraborty and Leander Paes to attract voters.
- 04Elections will take place in two phases on April 23 and 29, with results announced on May 4.
- 05The TMC is also mobilizing its own star campaigners, intensifying the electoral competition.
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As the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections draw near, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has revealed a star-studded lineup of campaigners to energize their efforts against the ruling All India Trinamool Congress (TMC). The campaign roster is led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, along with other influential leaders such as Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. Celebrities including Mithun Chakraborty, Kangana Ranaut, and Leander Paes are also part of the campaign, reflecting the BJP's strategy to broaden its appeal in a competitive political environment. The elections are set for April 23 and 29, with vote counting on May 4. In response, the TMC has announced its own list of campaigners, led by Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, highlighting the intense rivalry in the state. During a rally in Cooch Behar, PM Modi emphasized the importance of women's empowerment, referencing a law that reserves 33 percent of seats for women in the Lok Sabha and state assemblies, positioning the BJP as a champion for women's rights.
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The presence of high-profile campaigners may influence voter turnout and preferences, potentially shifting the political landscape in West Bengal.
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