During a rally in Purba Bardhaman, West Bengal, Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the enthusiasm of the local populace despite the scorching heat. In a post on X, he expressed gratitude for the overwhelming turnout, noting the presence of thousands of supporters. Modi's visit is part of the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) intensified campaign ahead of the crucial Assembly elections scheduled for April 23 and 29, with results to be declared on May 4. He announced a significant financial pledge of ₹3,000 per month for women, aiming to sway their votes away from the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC), which secured 213 seats in the last elections. Modi also promised to release a 'white paper' detailing alleged corruption during the TMC's 15 years in power, asserting that the BJP would take strict action against wrongdoing. This election cycle is critical as the BJP seeks to build on its previous success, where it won 77 seats in the last Assembly elections.