Bangladesh infiltration
Fadnavis-Mamata Clash Over Bangladesh Infiltration Ignites National Security Debate
Dec 11, 2025 12:51 am CST
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis and West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee clash over illegal Bangladeshi infiltration, with Fadnavis criticizing "vote bank politics" compromising national security while Trinamool defends their border management approach. The dispute intensifies as West Bengal prepares for 2026 assembly elections, highlighting tensions between BJP and Trinamool over immigration policies and treatment of Bengali-speaking populations.
BJP Delegation Reports Critical Electoral Roll Irregularities in West Bengal to Election Commission
Nov 26, 2025 07:22 pm CST
A BJP delegation led by Samik Bhattacharya and Amit Malviya met with Election Commission officials to report serious irregularities in West Bengal's electoral roll revision process. The delegation alleged widespread manipulation, including pressure on Booth Level Officers, retention of deceased voters on rolls, and infiltration concerns. They proposed multiple solutions including AI verification tools and stronger CEO office independence, while the EC separately addressed security breaches at the Kolkata electoral office.