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Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his party have done what was perceived as impossible to do by ending the autocratic, uncontrollable, anti-India government of TMC’s Mamta Banerjee rule in the most peaceful elections ever held in the state since India’s independence. Mamta Benerjee and her party of goons and thugs did everything possible to destroy the democratic fabric of the country by stooping to the lowest level of human behaviour. They overstepped all bounds of civic decency, resorting to deception, falsehoods, and abusive language in a desperate attempt to regain power, even falling back on their old tactics of intimidation and violence, intimidation and bloodshed. Fortunately, all their endeavours failed miserably since this time, India’s Election Commission and Modi government learnt its lesson from previous elections and did everything possible to not let the rogues and miscreants highjack these elections as they were doing every election.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the BJP have delivered a major political upset, bringing an end to Mamata Banerjee’s long-standing dominance in West Bengal. The result marks a striking shift in a state long associated with intense political competition and repeated aggressive and disruptive electoral practices. This time, the BJP was far better prepared, with tighter ground control and stronger oversight, preventing a repeat of past patterns of violence and bloodbath and ultimately breaking through a deeply entrenched political order. The result signals a clear and consequential shift in a political landscape that has been defined for years by intense rivalry, deep polarisation, and repeated allegations of electoral irregularities. Mamta Banerjee sensed the strong undercurrent of opposition against her, which led her to fight relentlessly until the very last moment to overturn the people’s mandate. During every Lok Sabha election, the average deployment of central forces across the country is typically around 350,000 personnel. However, given West Bengal’s long violent history during elections, the central government deployed nearly 275,000 forces in the state alone to prevent any pre- or post-poll violence. The heavy security presence reassured voters, enabling them to step out and cast their ballots without the fear of violence that had marked previous elections. The effort proved successful, remarkably, it became the first election in Bengal’s history with both a record voter turnout and not a single death linked to election-related violence. For West Bengal, the verdict represents more than a routine change in political fortunes. It reflects a broader realignment in voter sentiment and the erosion of once-unchallenged political strongholds.
The elections in five states delivered mixed results for the ruling BJP at the centre. However, the major upsets in West Bengal and Tamil Nadu overshadowed developments in the northeastern state of Assam. While the BJP did not achieve a significant breakthrough in Tamil Nadu, they managed to challenge the long-standing dynastic dominance of M. K. Stalin by creating space for the rise of Vijay’s TVK party, which secured an impressive victory. In Assam, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma delivered the expected results, proving his critics wrong. His win reinforces the perception that he is emerging as a key leader within the BJP, comparable to Yogi Adityanath, with a promising future for himself, his state, and the country. At the same time, a significant section of India’s political class still seems unable to grasp the mindset of the public. They continue to rely on outdated approaches, repeatedly misreading the electorate and facing setbacks. The people of India increasingly demand visible development and aspire for the nation to match global standards. The old image of India as an underdeveloped country is no longer acceptable. Instead, there is a growing ambition to restore India’s standing and secure its rightful place on the global stage.
The BJP’s victory in West Bengal should not be seen as just another electoral win; it reflects the sentiments of people driven by strong patriotism and a deep sense of national pride. Across India, many see Narendra Modi as a leader capable of fulfilling their aspirations, which helps explain such striking outcomes. There is also a growing perception that neither internal opposition nor external challenges will be able to hinder the government’s path forward, regardless of how strongly they try. -Yugal Parashar
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