In a recent speech in Bengal, Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticized Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's administration for its failure to ensure women's safety, citing a troubling rise in sexual assaults since her party took power 15 years ago. He specifically mentioned high-profile cases such as the rape and murder of a young doctor at Kolkata's RG Kar hospital and the gangrape and murder of a 20-year-old in Kamduni, located just 20 kilometers from Kolkata. Modi's remarks emphasized that the ruling Trinamool Congress has betrayed its own slogan 'Ma Mati Manush', suggesting that 'Ma' (Mother) is crying, 'maati' (land) is with infiltrators, and 'maanush' (people) are scared. Historically, women have been a significant support base for Banerjee, benefiting from initiatives like Lakshmir Bhandar and Kanyashree, which have empowered them socially and economically. As the 2024 Lok Sabha elections approach, the BJP is keen on winning over this crucial demographic, particularly following recent incidents of sexual exploitation in Sandeshkhali.