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Arvind Kejriwal Asks Bengal's Deleted Voters To Back Trinamool, Defeat BJP
AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal accused the BJP-EC conspiracy of deleting 90 lakh voters from West Bengal's electoral rolls under the SIR exercise, and urged those affected to back Mamata Banerjee's Trinamool Congress. He framed the election as a national issue and criticized central agencies, BJP leaders, and the Modi government while promoting a pro-TMC narrative.
Why It Matters
The remarks highlight inter-party tensions in West Bengal and broader claims about voter deletions and citizenship documents, signaling potential electoral strategies and government-opposition dynamics in a key Indian state.
Timeline
6 Events
Kejriwal frames Bengal battle as national litmus test; invokes Bengali asmita and culture
April 26, 2026
Kejriwal likened the election to a Mahabharata-like battle, claimed Maa Kali and Maa Durga are with Mamata Banerjee, and argued the outcome would impact the country’s governance and Bengali identity.
Kejriwal warns against Congress and Left splitting anti-BJP votes
April 26, 2026
Kejriwal urged electors not to vote for the Congress or Left, claiming they would split anti-BJP votes and weaken anti-BJP efforts, urging support for TMC instead.
Kejriwal accuses BJP-EC conspiracy and central agencies of targeting opponents
April 26, 2026
Kejriwal alleged a BJP-EC conspiracy behind voter deletions and accused central agencies such as the ED and CBI of targeting political opponents, arguing that the BJP deploys security personnel to influence elections.
Kejriwal clarifies earlier remarks on SIR deletions; confirms 27 lakh deleted under logical discrepancy
April 26, 2026
Kejriwal clarified that 27 lakh names were marked under 'logical discrepancy' under SIR, bringing the total alleged deletions to 90 lakh, and reiterated his call to support the Trinamool Congress.
Kejriwal at Ballygunge rally references deletions under SIR; calls for support to Didi
April 26, 2026
At a rally in Ballygunge, Kejriwal referred to 27 lakh names being marked as deleted under the 'logical discrepancy' category of the SIR exercise, and suggested the total deletions amounted to 90 lakh, urging voters to back Mamata Banerjee's Trinamool Congress.
Kejriwal cites Trump remarks about India; accuses Modi government of inaction
April 24, 2026
Kejriwal criticised US President Donald Trump for describing India negatively and claimed Modi did not respond strongly, suggesting a lack of courage in defence of India.