PM Modi Criticizes TMC for Alleged Support of 'Tukde-Tukde' Gang Threatening Siliguri Corridor
TMC backs 'tukde-tukde' gang that threatened to snap Siliguri Corridor: PM
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During a rally in Siliguri, West Bengal, Prime Minister Narendra Modi accused the Trinamool Congress (TMC) of supporting the 'tukde-tukde' gang, which he claimed threatened to sever the Siliguri Corridor, crucial for connecting Northeast India. He urged voters to choose a 'double engine' government for accelerated development.
- 01PM Modi accused the TMC of supporting the 'tukde-tukde' gang, which threatens the Siliguri Corridor.
- 02He emphasized the importance of the Siliguri Corridor for Northeast India's connectivity.
- 03Modi criticized the TMC's governance, claiming it has hindered development in West Bengal.
- 04He urged voters to support a 'double engine' government for faster progress.
- 05The first phase of West Bengal assembly elections will take place on April 23.
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At an election rally in Siliguri, West Bengal, Prime Minister Narendra Modi accused the Trinamool Congress (TMC) of backing the 'tukde-tukde' gang, which allegedly threatened to disrupt the Siliguri Corridor, a vital link for Northeast India. Modi claimed the TMC's appeasement politics supports such groups, undermining national integrity. He highlighted the government's efforts to develop the corridor and criticized the TMC for its governance over the past 15 years, stating that less than 25% of central schemes have been implemented in the state. Modi also mentioned that the TMC allocated ₹6,000 crore for Madrasas but failed to allocate sufficient funds for development in North Bengal. He expressed confidence in the TMC's defeat in the upcoming elections, urging voters to support a 'double engine' government for enhanced development. The first phase of the assembly elections is scheduled for April 23, with counting on May 4.
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The outcome of the elections could significantly affect development initiatives in West Bengal, particularly in infrastructure and education.
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