Kolkata, April 15 (NationPress) Former Union Minister and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Smriti Irani delivered a fierce critique of the Trinamool Congress on Wednesday. With the Assembly elections in West Bengal set for April 23 and 29, Irani accused the party of viewing Indians as "outsiders" while seeking a sense of belonging among illegal infiltrators.

During her conversation with IANS, Irani responded to comments made by Mamata Banerjee, the Chief Minister and leader of the Trinamool Congress, who had branded the BJP as "outsiders" in the state.

Irani questioned: "Why does the Trinamool regard an Indian as an outsider while attempting to establish a sense of belonging among illegal infiltrators?"

She further charged the Trinamool Congress with jeopardizing the integrity of the electoral process.

"The Indian Constitution has laid down a framework for elections. However, the Trinamool's goons are consistently attacking this framework, and the sarcastic comments from Trinamool leaders are a blatant attempt to undermine the Election Commission's dignity," she stated.

Irani called upon all Indian voters to "resist this behavior".

The former Union Minister expressed her appreciation for the Election Commission's efforts in executing the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls nationwide.

She remarked: "BJP workers and leaders have observed the SIR process being implemented across the nation. The Election Commission has conducted this entire initiative in a fearless and transparent manner."

"Given the vast number of voters in the country, we must commend the Election Commission's efforts. Their singular objective is to ensure that the voters' list is free from any illegal infiltrators and that there is no duplication of voters. Isn't this a resolution every Indian should support?" she asserted.

Regarding the Trinamool Congress's refusal to support the Women's Reservation Bill, Irani claimed that the party has a history of opposing women's dignity.

"Why should anyone expect the Trinamool Congress to support causes that elevate women, whether in politics, economics, or social aspects? The Trinamool Congress has consistently opposed issues related to women's respect and dignity. That is their legacy," she said.

Encouraging West Bengal's residents to vote for the BJP, she said: "Every citizen in West Bengal, regardless of their religion, caste, or community, has witnessed the atmosphere of fear and corruption fostered by the Trinamool. That is why BJP workers are urging voters: 'fear out, trust in, vote for BJP.'"