PM Modi Accuses Trinamool Congress of Spreading Fake Videos Ahead of West Bengal Elections
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Kolkata, April 11 (NationPress) On Saturday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi accused the Trinamool Congress of resorting to unethical tactics by disseminating fake videos ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections in West Bengal to manipulate voter sentiment.
He specifically referenced a recent video and audio clip released by the Trinamool Congress, which alleged that former party legislator Humayun Kabir was involved in a Rs 1,000 crore scheme with the BJP aimed at splitting the Muslim vote.
Although the Prime Minister did not explicitly mention Kabir or the controversial clip, he stated, "As election day approaches, the Trinamool Congress realizes their impending defeat. Hence, they are engaged in spreading false narratives through deceptive and AI-generated videos. Similar tactics were seen in Assam. I caution you against being misled by such fabricated content. Please vote in large numbers and support the BJP," while addressing a rally in the minority-majority Murshidabad district.
During his speech, he emphasized that the BJP would ensure that Hindu Bengalis do not become a minority in West Bengal. "So unite, cast your votes, and help us secure victory. Every vote is crucial for us," he remarked, pledging that a local, Bengali-speaking individual would lead the new state government.
He assured attendees that the BJP would not allow the Trinamool Congress to regain power through votes from illegal immigrants. "Thus, this election is about more than just changing leadership; it’s also about preserving the identity of West Bengal," he stated.
Additionally, he promised state government employees that their Dearness Allowances would match those of central government employees.
"Discussions are ongoing to implement the 8th Pay Commission nationwide. The state employees in West Bengal will not miss out on these benefits. Their Dearness Allowance will increase automatically, and they will see the advantages of the Pay Commission as soon as the BJP government is established in West Bengal," PM Modi concluded.