Religious Politics Heats Up Bengal Election: Mamata's Temple Push Faces BJP Criticism

Nov 26, 2025 08:30 pm CST

Mamata Banerjee's temple construction initiatives ahead of Bengal's Assembly election have drawn criticism from BJP, who claim it's a 'divide and rule' strategy following Trinamool MLA Humayun Kabir's mosque plans. Political analysts view these religious projects as strategic attempts to influence Hindu voters, particularly in northern districts where BJP previously held an edge.