In a rally before the first phase of polling in West Bengal, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath intensified his criticism of Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, suggesting that she and her nephew, Abhishek Banerjee, aim to erase the state's identity. Without naming them directly, he stated that the 'aunt-nephew duo' is undermining Bengal's cultural heritage. Adityanath claimed that the BJP is set to win 80% of the seats in the upcoming elections and urged voters to reject the Trinamool Congress (TMC) for allegedly favoring Urdu over Bengali culture. He emphasized the significance of Bengali identity, asserting that it is synonymous with cultural figures like Maa Kali and Rabindranath Tagore. Adityanath also criticized the TMC for perceived restrictions on religious celebrations and claimed that the state is suffering from poverty and unemployment under their rule. He called for a 'double-engine government' in Bengal to ensure development and security, drawing parallels with Uttar Pradesh's governance. Adityanath concluded by encouraging voters to use their votes wisely to bring about change in the state.