West Bengal's new BJP government presented its first budget, allocating Rs 36,000 crore for the Annapurna Yojna. Key highlights include increased MLA funds, pensions for retired journalists, and a pledge to fill one lakh government vacancies, focusing on women's empowerment and infrastructure.
West Bengal BJP leader Agnimitra Paul described recent egg-throwing incidents targeting TMC leaders as 'deemocracy,' reflecting public anger over alleged corruption and misgovernance. The incidents, including one outside Mamata Banerjee's residence, highlight growing resentment against the ruling party.
West Bengal BJP chief Samik Bhattacharya rejected speculation about admitting TMC leaders, calling them 'tainted' and vowing to prevent 'trinamoolisation'. Mamata Banerjee plans a protest against alleged post-poll violence, facing criticism from BJP.
West Bengal BJP chief Samik Bhattacharya sarcastically invited TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee to campaign in Falta ahead of the May 21 repoll, claiming the TMC has been 'sent into exile' by the people. Bhattacharya mocked the TMC's electoral setback and alleged their leadership had disappeared from public view.
Actor Anupam Kher humorously responded to a viral remark by West Bengal BJP chief Samik Bhattacharya, who used Kher's bald head as a metaphor for impossibility. Bhattacharya stated that the Trinamool Congress returning to power was as unlikely as hair growing back on Kher's head.
