Singur is alive with saffron fervor as BJP activists gear up for Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s much-awaited visit. ‘TMC’s days are numbered!’ proclaim jubilant workers, sensing a seismic shift in West Bengal’s political landscape.
This isn’t just any rally. Singur, synonymous with the Nano car saga that marked the beginning of Mamata Banerjee’s ascent, now witnesses her rivals claiming the momentum. BJP’s grassroots machinery has transformed the town into a fortress of flags, posters, and pulsating energy.
Eyewitnesses describe scenes of extraordinary unity. Senior leaders like Suvendu Adhikari are expected alongside Modi, blending star power with local connect. ‘We’ve waited years for this moment,’ said a young karyakarta, his voice hoarse from hours of sloganeering. ‘Modi ji will speak our truth – jobs, security, and dignity.’
The buildup includes meticulously planned events: bike rallies snaking through villages, cultural evenings featuring Rabindra Sangeet with BJP twists, and strategic meetings with affected farmers. Women morchas highlight atrocities in neighboring Sandeshkhali, linking local grievances to statewide failures.
Politically, the timing is impeccable. With Hooghly district trending BJP in recent elections, Modi’s visit aims to consolidate gains and poach swing voters. Expect sharp critiques of TMC’s ‘syndicate raj’ and praise for double-engine governance models thriving elsewhere.
Opposition TMC counters with accusations of communal polarization, but workers remain undeterred. ‘This is about poribortan – real change,’ insists veteran activist Mala Das. Security deployments underscore the event’s scale, with thousands anticipated to converge.
Looking ahead, Modi’s words could catalyze a development renaissance in Singur. Promises of agro-based industries and skill centers align with BJP’s vision, contrasting TMC’s alleged neglect. As dusk falls, the town’s transformation from protest cradle to power hub feels tantalizingly close.
The workers’ unbridled enthusiasm isn’t mere optics; it’s the sound of political history knocking.