Debasree Chaudhuri

A Wall Paid For in Blood: The Heavy Price of West Bengal’s Democratic Dawn Today, history is not just being written in Kolkata; it is being honoured in tears, remembrance, and the unyielding spirit of sacrifice. As the new BJP government takes the oath to serve West Bengal, an undeniable truth casts a solemn and profound shadow over the Brigade Parade Ground. This victory was not merely won at the ballot box, it was paid for in blood. The solemn memorial erected today, the Wall of Martyrs, stands as a visceral and heartbreaking testament to the true cost of this democratic dawn. Every brick, every name etched upon it, represents a life brutally extinguished, a family shattered, and a dream silenced by political terror. Since the struggle intensified, the toll has been staggering. From 2017 to 2021, 146 BJP karyakartas were hunted down and murdered for daring to hold the lotus flag. The horror did not stop there. Another 56 lives were mercilessly taken in the barbaric post-poll violence. And as the political landscape continued to exact its devastating price, the count has now reached an agonising total of over 300 souls by May 2026. These were not just political workers; they were sons, fathers, brothers, and daughters. They were the very heart of Bengal’s rural and urban resistance. They faced unspeakable violence so that, today, Bengal could finally breathe free. They did not live to see the sun rise on this new era, but the light of this mandate belongs entirely to them. As the oath of service echoes across the ground, the silence of these martyrs screams louder. This is not merely a moment of celebration; it is a sacred pledge. We owe them our freedom. We owe them the future. The memory of these brave heroes will forever remain the guiding light and conscience of the new West Bengal.

Today, as the first ever BJP Government takes oath in West Bengal, it is natural for all of us to remember Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee and his everlasting contribution to the nation and West Bengal in particular. No stone will be left unturned to fulfil his vision. During the swearing in ceremony in Kolkata, had the opportunity to meet Shri Makhanlal Sarkar Ji. A devout nationalist, he worked with Dr. Mookerjee and was even arrested in Jammu and Kashmir while accompanying him. He dedicated his life to our Party, expanding its base across West Bengal, inspiring people from all walks of life to join the Party. We in the BJP are proud that we have such motivating figures who have worked among the people and strengthened our Party.

आज का दिन बंगाल के लिए ऐतिहासिक है, जब बंगाल की जन-आकांक्षाओं को समर्पित और जन-जन द्वारा चुनी गई भारतीय जनता पार्टी के पहले मुख्यमंत्री के रूप में श्री @SuvenduWB जी ने शपथ ग्रहण की है। श्री सुवेंदु अधिकारी जी को पश्चिम बंगाल के मुख्यमंत्री पद की शपथ लेने और सभी अन्य साथियों को मंत्रिपरिषद के सदस्य के रूप में शपथ ग्रहण करने पर हार्दिक बधाई एवं शुभकामनाएँ। आज से बंगाल में सुशासन, विकास और जनकल्याण का एक नया अध्याय प्रारंभ होगा तथा पश्चिम बंगाल प्रगति और समृद्धि के मार्ग पर आगे बढ़ेगा। আজকের দিনটি বাংলার জন্য ঐতিহাসিক, কারণ বাংলার মানুষের আশা-আকাঙ্ক্ষার প্রতি নিবেদিত এবং জনগণ কর্তৃক নির্বাচিত ভারতীয় জনতা পার্টির প্রথম মুখ্যমন্ত্রী হিসেবে শ্রী শুভেন্দু অধিকারী জি শপথ গ্রহণ করেছেন। শ্রী শুভেন্দু অধিকারী জি পশ্চিমবঙ্গের মুখ্যমন্ত্রী পদে শপথ নেওয়ায় এবং অন্যান্য সকল সহযোগীদের মন্ত্রিপরিষদের সদস্য হিসেবে শপথ গ্রহণ করায় আন্তরিক অভিনন্দন ও শুভকামনা। আজ থেকে বাংলায় সুশাসন, উন্নয়ন ও জনকল্যাণের এক নতুন অধ্যায় শুরু হবে এবং পশ্চিমবঙ্গ উন্নতি ও সমৃদ্ধির পথে এগিয়ে যাবে।

আজ ২৫শে বৈশাখ কবিগুরু রবীন্দ্রনাথ ঠাকুরের জন্মজয়ন্তীতে শ্রদ্ধাঞ্জলি জ্ঞাপন করি।

Heartiest congratulations to @SuvenduWB Ji on being elected as the Leader of the BJP Legislative Party in West Bengal.

Live from West Bengal BJP Legislature Party meeting. পশ্চিমবঙ্গ বিজেপি বিধায়ক দলের বৈঠক থেকে সরাসরি। twitter.com/i/broadcasts/1…

Welcome @AmitShah Ji in Kolkata

A year ago, our armed forces displayed unparalleled courage, precision and resolve during #OperationSindoor. They gave a fitting response to those who dared to attack innocent Indians at Pahalgam. The entire nation salutes our forces for their valour. Operation Sindoor reflected India’s firm response against terrorism and an unwavering commitment to safeguarding national security. It also highlighted the professionalism, preparedness and coordinated strength of our armed forces. At the same time, it showcased the growing jointness among our forces and underlined the strength that India’s quest for self-reliance in the defence sector has brought to our national security. Today, a year later, we remain as steadfast as ever in our resolve to defeat terrorism and destroy its enabling ecosystem.

BJP’s record win in West Bengal would not be possible without the efforts and struggles of countless Karyakartas over generations. I salute them all. For years, they have worked hard on the ground, overcome all sorts of adversities and spoken about our development agenda. They are the strength of our Party. @BJP4Bengal

The Lotus blooms in West Bengal! The 2026 West Bengal Assembly Elections will be remembered forever. People's power has prevailed and BJP's politics of good governance has triumphed. I bow to each and every person of West Bengal. The people have given a spectacular mandate to BJP and I assure them that our Party will do everything possible to fulfil the dreams and aspirations of the people of West Bengal. We will provide a Government that ensures opportunity and dignity to all sections of society. @BJP4Bengal

बंगाल में भाजपा को मिली यह ऐतिहासिक जीत हमारे असंख्य कार्यकर्ताओं के त्याग, संघर्ष और बलिदान का परिणाम है। यह उन परिवारों के धैर्य की जीत है, जिन्होंने हिंसा सहकर भी भगवा ध्वज नहीं छोड़ा। भाजपा की शून्य से आज प्रचंड बहुमत तक पहुँचने की इस कठिन यात्रा में जिन कार्यकर्ताओं ने अपने प्राणों की आहुति दी, हिंसा झेली, यातनाएँ सहीं और फिर भी विचारधारा के पथ से डिगे नहीं, उन सभी कार्यकर्ताओं और उनके परिजनों को नमन करता हूँ। बंगाल की जनता ने इस प्रचंड बहुमत से भाजपा के उन सभी शहीद कार्यकर्ताओं को श्रद्धांजलि दी है। इस ऐतिहासिक विजय के लिए मैं भाजपा के राष्ट्रीय अध्यक्ष श्री @NitinNabin जी, पश्चिम बंगाल भाजपा के प्रदेश अध्यक्ष श्री @SamikBJP जी, विधानसभा में नेता प्रतिपक्ष श्री @SuvenduWB जी और बंगाल के कोने-कोने में डटे हर एक कार्यकर्ता को बधाई देता हूँ।

BJP candidates are offering prayers at temples across the state, seeking blessings for the holistic development of West Bengal and the well being, peace, and prosperity of its people.

So now it becomes clear that Mamata Banerjee’s carefully staged drama in Kolkata was not an isolated outburst, but a calculated distraction, designed to divert attention from what Trinamool’s cadre is attempting across the rest of West Bengal. While the spotlight was firmly fixed on Kolkata, disturbing reports emerged from Bardhaman. At the University Institute of Technology (UIT), an attempt was made by a TMC goon to scale the compound walls and gain access to a strong room housing EVMs. The incident was flagged by BJP candidate Sanjay Das, raising serious concerns about the intent behind such actions. This is no ordinary facility, it contains EVMs from five crucial Assembly Constituencies: Bardhaman Uttar, Bardhaman Dakshin, Galsi, Ausgram, and Bhatar. Seen together, these developments paint a telling picture. The theatrics in Kolkata and the attempts elsewhere are not disconnected, they are part of the same pattern. A pattern driven by anxiety, by the creeping realisation that the ground has shifted. This is what desperation looks like. The Trinamool knows the writing is on the wall. The people of West Bengal have already spoken, 4th May will simply mark the formal end of their tenure.

It is now evident that Mamata Banerjee’s theatrics in Kolkata were not a spontaneous outburst, but a carefully crafted diversion meant to shift focus away from what Trinamool’s cadre has been attempting across other parts of West Bengal. While public attention remained fixed on Kolkata, troubling developments surfaced from Bardhaman. At the University Institute of Technology (UIT), a TMC-backed miscreant reportedly tried to scale the boundary wall to gain access to a strong room storing EVMs. The incident was brought to light by BJP candidate Sanjay Das, raising serious questions about the intent and planning behind such an act. This is no ordinary location. It houses EVMs from five key Assembly constituencies: Bardhaman Uttar, Bardhaman Dakshin, Galsi, Ausgram, and Bhatar. Taken together, these incidents are far from coincidental. The drama in Kolkata and the activities unfolding elsewhere reflect a broader, coordinated pattern. A pattern rooted in unease, driven by the growing realisation that the political ground beneath them is slipping. This is the face of desperation. The Trinamool is aware that the tide has turned. The people of West Bengal have already delivered their verdict. May 4 will merely formalize the inevitable.

Joy Maa Kali!🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

Bengali women are fearless. This is the land of Matangini Hazra and Pritilata Waddedar. This time they have spoken clearly: Jai Shree Ram!

आज लोकतंत्र के महापर्व का अहम चरण था। पश्चिम बंगाल में दूसरे चरण में भी भारी मतदान हुआ। वर्षों बाद ऐसा निर्भीक माहौल दिखा, जब मतदाताओं ने भयमुक्त होकर अपने मताधिकार का प्रयोग किया। यह मजबूत लोकतंत्र और संविधान में बढ़ते विश्वास का प्रतीक है। @BJP4Bengal @BJP4India

Exit polls predict a BJP government in West Bengal 1. Praja Poll: — BJP: 178 to 208 2. Poll Diary: — BJP: 142 to 171 3. Matrize: — BJP: 146 to 161 4. Chanakya Strategies: — BJP: 150 to 160

আমার ভোট পশ্চিমবঙ্গের মহিলা সুরক্ষার স্বার্থে , বেকার যুবকদের কর্মসংস্থানের স্বার্থে , কৃষক, শ্রমিক ,পরিযায়ী , সরকারী করমচারী থেকে আগামি প্রজন্ম এর ভবিষ্যৎ সুরক্ষিত করবার জন্য পরিবর্তনের পক্ষে ।

Today is Phase-2 of the West Bengal Assembly Elections 2026. Urging all those voting today to do so in record numbers and make our democracy more vibrant as well as participative. It is important that the women and youth of West Bengal, in particular, turnout in large numbers and exercise their franchise.