BJP will form govt in both Tamil Nadu & Bengal in 2026: Amit Shah
In a bold prediction, Union Home Minister Amit Shah has claimed that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and its National Democratic Alliance (NDA) will form the government in both Tamil Nadu and West Bengal in 2026. Shah made this statement while addressing an event in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, on Sunday.
The prediction comes as a significant development in the political landscape of both states, where the BJP has been trying to expand its presence. Shah, who has been a key strategist for the BJP, has a reputation for accurately predicting election outcomes. His statement has sent shockwaves across the political spectrum, with many interpreting it as a sign of the BJP’s growing confidence in its electoral prospects.
Speaking at the event, Shah said, “In 2026, BJP and NDA will form the government in Tamil Nadu and West Bengal.” He added, “I have been a part of many elections and I understand the sentiments of people…and this time, the people of Tamil Nadu will uproot DMK from the state.”
Shah’s statement is significant, as it marks a clear departure from the BJP’s previous performance in both states. In the 2019 Lok Sabha elections, the BJP won a mere three seats in Tamil Nadu, while in West Bengal, it managed to win only two seats. However, since then, the party has been working to strengthen its organization and outreach in both states.
In Tamil Nadu, the BJP has been trying to capitalize on the anti-DMK sentiment, particularly among the younger generation and the middle class. The party has been actively courting the support of the Tamil nationalist movement, which has been critical of the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) government’s handling of issues like language and identity.
In West Bengal, the BJP has been focusing on its strong organizational presence and has been trying to win over the support of the Bengali-speaking population. The party has been highlighting issues like corruption, law and order, and economic development, which are seen as major concerns for the people of Bengal.
Shah’s statement has been met with both excitement and skepticism by political analysts and experts. Some have seen it as a bold move by the BJP to assert its dominance in both states, while others have questioned the party’s ability to deliver on its promises.
The DMK, which has been ruling Tamil Nadu, has been quick to respond to Shah’s statement. DMK leader and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin has accused the BJP of trying to divide the people of Tamil Nadu and has vowed to fight the party’s attempts to destabilize his government.
In West Bengal, the Trinamool Congress (TMC) has also responded to Shah’s statement, saying that the BJP’s prediction was “baseless and absurd”. TMC leader and West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has accused the BJP of trying to spread falsehoods and has vowed to continue to fight for the rights of the people of Bengal.
As the 2026 assembly elections approach, the BJP’s prediction is likely to be closely watched by political observers and analysts. While Shah’s statement may have sent a message of confidence to the party’s supporters, it also raises questions about the party’s ability to deliver on its promises.
In conclusion, Amit Shah’s statement that the BJP will form the government in both Tamil Nadu and West Bengal in 2026 is a significant development in the political landscape of both states. While the prediction has been met with both excitement and skepticism, it is clear that the BJP is confident of its prospects in both states. As the elections approach, it will be interesting to see how the party’s predictions play out and what impact they have on the political landscape of both states.
