Bhubaneswar: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi threw his full support behind the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) by actively campaigning in West Bengal on Thursday, boosting the party’s efforts ahead of the state’s Assembly elections scheduled for April 23 and 29, 2026.
The Chief Minister participated in the nomination filing process for several BJP candidates from constituencies including Rampurhat, Hansan, Murarai, and Nalhati. He joined a lively rally filled with energy, where party workers and local residents turned out in large numbers to welcome him and show their backing.
Majhi’s visit infused fresh enthusiasm into the campaign, drawing crowds eager to see the leader and rally behind the BJP’s agenda for change. Highlighting the party’s commitment to development, he spoke about the transformative progress the BJP envisions for West Bengal.
Expressing firm optimism, the Odisha CM declared that the BJP is strongly poised to win the elections and establish a government in the state. His involvement is seen as a key element of the BJP’s plan to expand its reach, mobilize supporters, and build a robust organizational network across West Bengal in the run-up to the polls.
“I strongly believe that there will be a definite change in West Bengal in the upcoming elections. People in the state are increasingly voicing their concerns against corruption and are eager for a transparent and accountable government. There is a clear expectation among the people for better governance and accelerated development. Many believe that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, West Bengal can witness significant progress. The transformation is seen in Odisha where a double-engine government is working towards rapid development. Similarly, West Bengal is also heading towards a shift in governance,” said Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi.
Speaking to media persons after coming out of the office, Majhi said, “People have stood up against corruption. Just as development is taking place across the country under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, a corruption-free government will be formed in Bengal as well. A double-engine government is the future of Bengal this time.”
He added, “I had come to campaign in Midnapore earlier, and this time I have come to Birbhum. Looking at the public response, it seems that this time the lotus will bloom in Bengal.”
The Odisha Chief Minister also alleged corruption against the ruling party in West Bengal, claiming that people would vote for change.
“Development is stalled in Bengal. People want development and clean governance. Support for the BJP is increasing due to that expectation,” he said.
Majhi also spoke about the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise of electoral rolls in West Bengal.
