Battle for Bengal: BJP's CAA Outreach vs TMC's Identity Politics
The BJP has launched CAA help desks in West Bengal, aiming to win over Matua voters by assisting undocumented refugees in applying for citizenship. This move counters TMC's identity politics as BJP commits to helping persecuted minorities. Tensions rise as both parties vie for political leverage before the 2026 assembly elections.
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In an aggressive political maneuver, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has initiated the establishment of CAA help desks throughout West Bengal. This initiative is seen as a strategic outreach to Matua voters by facilitating citizenship applications for refugees lacking documentation.
These centers, labeled as 'CAA Sahajogita Shibirs,' serve as lifelines for refugees, primarily targeting persecuted Hindus from Bangladesh. The BJP's campaign stands as both a counterpoint to the Trinamool Congress (TMC)'s identity politics and a promise to implement the Citizenship (Amendment) Act efficiently.
With camps planned across the state, the BJP aims to engage 1.5 crore people by 2026. The TMC, led by Mamata Banerjee, challenges BJP's claims, highlighting alleged harassment of Bengali-speaking migrants, setting the stage for a heated political battle.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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