## Summary of The Hindu Article: Amit Shah in Kolkata – West Bengal BJP Meeting
Amit Shah, Union Home Minister, addressed a BJP meeting in Kolkata, outlining the party’s strategy and goals for the West Bengal Assembly elections anticipated in 2026.
Key takeaways include a target of winning more than 35 seats, significantly improving from the 75 seats secured in the 2021 elections. Shah emphasized the need for a strong organizational structure and focused campaigning in identified weak constituencies.
The meeting centered on preparations for the 2026 elections, with discussions on booth-level strengthening, identifying potential candidates, and developing a robust communication strategy. Shah directed party workers to actively engage with voters and highlight the central government’s schemes and their benefits to the people of West Bengal.
He criticized the Trinamool Congress (TMC) government, alleging corruption and a decline in law and order. He urged party members to expose these issues to the public.
Shah predicted the BJP will form the government in West Bengal by May 8, 2026. He stressed the importance of unity within the party and a disciplined approach to campaigning.
The meeting also focused on leveraging the BJP’s success in the 2019 Lok Sabha and 2021 Assembly elections as a foundation for future growth. Specific attention was given to improving the party’s performance in North Bengal and Jangipur, areas where it previously demonstrated strength.
Shah’s visit and address signal a renewed push by the BJP to consolidate its position in West Bengal and challenge the ruling TMC. The focus is on organizational overhaul, targeted campaigning, and highlighting perceived failures of the current state government. The party aims to capitalize on anti-incumbency factors and present itself as a viable alternative to the TMC.
