Amit Shah's BJP 'Parivartan Yatra' in Bengal Moved to March 2
Synopsis
Amit Shah's participation in the BJP's 'Parivartan Yatra' has been postponed to March 2, impacting the party's Assembly election campaign in West Bengal. This change is due to his prior commitments in Mumbai.
Key Takeaways
Amit Shah's participation in the BJP's 'Parivartan Yatra' has been delayed to March 2.
His postponement is due to a prior event in Mumbai.
Senior BJP leaders will join the campaign across nine organizational divisions.
Prime Minister Modi is set to address a public rally in Kolkata post-Yatra.
Kolkata, Feb 27 (NationPress) The participation of Union Minister Amit Shah in the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)'s 'Parivartan Yatra' has been rescheduled for March 2, a day later than originally planned, in light of the upcoming Assembly elections.
Initially, Amit Shah was set to launch the 'Parivartan Yatra' from Raidighi in the South 24 Parganas district on March 1. However, due to his prior commitment to attend a tribute event in Mumbai for Guru Tegh Bahadur, the program has been moved to March 2.
According to a BJP state committee member, Shah will arrive in Kolkata at around 10 p.m. on March 1, flying in from Mumbai. He is expected to depart for Raidighi by a special helicopter at approximately 11:15 a.m. on March 2.
“He will reach the venue of the 'Parivartan Yatra' in Raidighi around noon,” the committee member added.
The BJP has ten organizational divisions in West Bengal, with nine included in the planned 'Parivartan Yatra'. Notably, no event will commence from the state capital, Kolkata.
In addition to Amit Shah, numerous senior BJP leaders are anticipated to join the ‘Parivartan Yatra’ at various points, including Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Nitin Nabin, J.P. Nadda, Rajnath Singh, Nitin Gadkari, Dharmendra Pradhan, Smriti Irani, and Devendra Fadnavis, among others.
At the conclusion of the ‘Parivartan Yatra’, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to speak at a significant public rally at the Brigade Parade Ground in Kolkata, likely scheduled for either the end of the second week or the start of the third week in March. The specific date for Prime Minister Modi's rally has yet to be confirmed.
Point of View
Particularly as the party prepares for critical Assembly elections in West Bengal. This adjustment underscores the importance of timing and strategic planning in political events.
NationPress
6 May 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Why was Amit Shah's program postponed?
Amit Shah's participation was postponed due to his commitment to attend a tribute event for Guru Tegh Bahadur in Mumbai.
When will the 'Parivartan Yatra' take place?
The 'Parivartan Yatra' is now scheduled for March 2, starting from Raidighi.
Which leaders will join Amit Shah in the Yatra?
Several senior BJP leaders are expected to participate, including Shivraj Singh Chouhan and Nitin Gadkari.
What is the significance of the 'Parivartan Yatra'?
The 'Parivartan Yatra' is part of the BJP's campaign strategy for the upcoming Assembly elections in West Bengal.
When is Prime Minister Modi expected to speak?
Prime Minister Modi is expected to address a rally at Brigade Parade Ground in Kolkata later in March, though the exact date is yet to be confirmed.
