Kolkata, April 7 – Raju Patra, the BJP candidate from the Galsi Assembly constituency in East Burdwan district of West Bengal, arrived on Tuesday to file his nomination on a bulldozer.
His message was clear and forceful. He vowed to eliminate everything, from corruption and abuse to lack of development and the mistreatment of mothers and sisters, if he were to win the election. He also pledged to stand by the Hindu community.
A unique campaigning strategy was seen in East Burdwan on Tuesday. BJP candidate Raju Patra, who arrived to file his nomination on a bulldozer, garnered attention.
He claimed that a "Bulldozer Raj" would be introduced in West Bengal to curb crimes like murder, rape, and extortion, inspired by the "bulldozer model" of Uttar Pradesh.
"A bulldozer model will be implemented in West Bengal to curb crimes like murder, rape, and extortion after taking inspiration from Uttar Pradesh. I will ensure that no such crimes take place once I am elected," the BJP candidate told local media.
Strong preparations were made in East Burdwan district on Tuesday for the BJP's candidate's nomination programme. Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya was present as the chief guest.
On this day, candidates from Galsi, Ausgram, Bardhaman Uttar, Bardhaman Dakshin, and Bhatar constituencies gathered from Burdwan Railway Station to file their nominations.
On the other hand, candidates from Memari, Khandaghosh, Jamalpur, and Raina constituencies also joined the procession from Baranilpur intersection.
The processions from both directions converged at Curzon Gate, a significant location in the city. From there, the candidates proceeded together to file their nominations.
The first phase of voting in Bengal will be held on April 23, with 152 seats going to the polls, while in the second phase on April 29, voting will be held for 142 seats.
The results of the Assembly elections will be declared on May 4.
