Amit Shah Promises to End 'Goonda Raj' and Implement UCC in West Bengal
Amit Shah vows to implement UCC, end ‘goonda raj’ in Bengal if BJP comes to power
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Union Home Minister Amit Shah pledged that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) would eradicate 'goonda raj' and implement the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in West Bengal if elected. Speaking at rallies in Nadia district, he emphasized voter safety and proposed financial support for women and unemployed youth.
- 01Amit Shah vowed to eliminate 'goonda raj' and 'syndicate raj' in West Bengal.
- 02The BJP claims to have won 110 seats in the first phase of the assembly polls.
- 03Shah promised a monthly allowance of ₹3,000 for women and unemployed youth.
- 04The implementation of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) and a ban on polygamy were highlighted.
- 05A special squad will be formed to combat cattle smuggling in the state.
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During a public rally in Tehatta, Nadia district, Union Home Minister Amit Shah outlined the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) plans for West Bengal, promising to end 'goonda raj' and 'syndicate raj' if the party comes to power. He claimed that voters had already begun to reject the Mamata Banerjee government in the first phase of the assembly elections held on April 23. Shah emphasized that the Election Commission has made adequate arrangements to ensure voter safety, encouraging citizens to vote without fear. He also mentioned that the BJP would identify and take action against 'infiltrators' in the state. In a separate gathering in Ranaghat, Shah criticized the current government for allegedly allowing cattle smuggling to thrive and promised the formation of a special squad to address this issue. Additionally, he pledged financial support of ₹3,000 (approximately $36 USD) per month for women and unemployed youth, along with free rides for women on state transport. Shah reiterated the BJP's commitment to implementing the Uniform Civil Code (UCC), which includes measures to end polygamy and enforce a ban on triple talaq.
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The proposed measures could significantly affect the lives of women and unemployed youth in West Bengal, providing financial support and increased safety during elections.
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