BJP will form govt in both Tamil Nadu & Bengal in 2026: Amit Shah
In a bold and ambitious statement, Union Home Minister Amit Shah has predicted that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and its National Democratic Alliance (NDA) partners will form governments in both Tamil Nadu and West Bengal in the 2026 state elections. Shah made this statement while addressing an event in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, on Sunday.
Shah, who is known for his sharp political instincts and ability to read the mood of the people, expressed confidence that the BJP and its allies would be able to uproot the ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) in Tamil Nadu and the Trinamool Congress (TMC) in West Bengal. He said, “In 2026, BJP and NDA will form the government in Tamil Nadu and West Bengal.”
Shah’s statement has sent shockwaves across the political landscape of both states, with many interpreting it as a bold challenge to the existing political establishments. The BJP has traditionally been weak in these two states, where regional parties like the DMK and TMC have dominated politics for decades.
However, Shah’s confidence in the BJP’s chances is not unfounded. The party has been making steady inroads in Tamil Nadu, particularly among the youth and the middle class, who are disillusioned with the DMK’s governance. The BJP has also been successful in attracting a significant number of Dalits and backward classes to its fold, which has helped it to expand its base in the state.
In West Bengal, the BJP has been making rapid gains in recent years, particularly in the rural areas. The party’s strong organisational network and its ability to attract a significant number of Bengali-speaking voters have helped it to make significant inroads in the state.
Shah’s statement has also been seen as a reflection of the BJP’s growing confidence in its ability to win elections in states where it has traditionally been weak. The party has already won elections in states like Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Assam, and is now looking to make a mark in other parts of the country.
The BJP’s chances of forming governments in Tamil Nadu and West Bengal will depend on a range of factors, including its ability to build a strong organisational network, attract a significant number of voters, and capitalize on the anti-incumbency sentiment against the ruling parties.
However, Shah’s statement has certainly given a boost to the morale of the BJP’s cadres in both states, who are now feeling more confident about their chances of winning the 2026 elections.
In his statement, Shah also took a dig at the DMK, saying that the people of Tamil Nadu will uproot the party from the state in the 2026 elections. He said, “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 has been seen as a reflection of the BJP’s growing confidence in its ability to win elections in Tamil Nadu, where the DMK has traditionally been the dominant party. The DMK has been in power in the state since the 1960s, and has been known for its strong organisational network and its ability to attract a significant number of voters.
However, the DMK has been facing a range of challenges in recent years, including internal strife, corruption allegations, and a decline in its popularity among the youth and the middle class. The party has also been facing a strong challenge from the AIADMK, which has been making rapid gains in recent years.
In West Bengal, the BJP has been making rapid gains in recent years, particularly in the rural areas. The party has been successful in attracting a significant number of Bengali-speaking voters, particularly in the districts of Murshidabad, Malda, and Jalpaiguri.
The TMC has been in power in the state since 2011, and has been known for its strong organisational network and its ability to attract a significant number of voters. However, the party has been facing a range of challenges in recent years, including internal strife, corruption allegations, and a decline in its popularity among the youth and the middle class.
In conclusion, Amit Shah’s statement about the BJP’s chances of forming governments in Tamil Nadu and West Bengal in 2026 has sent shockwaves across the political landscape of both states. While the BJP has a long way to go before it can win elections in these states, Shah’s statement has certainly given a boost to the morale of the party’s cadres, who are now feeling more confident about their chances of winning the 2026 elections.
