Smriti Irani Speaks Fluent Bengali in Kolkata, Criticizes TMC and Supports Women’s Quota

BJP leader Smriti Irani communicated a powerful political statement in West Bengal, attracting attention by smoothly transitioning to Bengali during her speech—an approach viewed as a direct appeal to local voters ahead of upcoming elections.

Criticizing the ruling TMC, Irani remarked, “The TMC party supported an opposition faction that requested verification of the Indian Army’s bravery in the Indian Parliament. Under Prime Minister Modi’s guidance, India has responded decisively. Neither TMC nor the entire opposition can challenge this.”

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#WATCH | Kolkata, West Bengal: BJP leader Smriti Irani states, “The TMC party supported that opposition faction which sought proof of the Indian Army’s bravery in the Indian Parliament. Under Prime Minister Modi’s leadership, India has answered with resolve.… pic.twitter.com/3syLlKc81Q

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Addressing women’s reservation, she highlighted the increasing political clout of female voters, stating, “In our nation, women have made vital contributions across various sectors; thus, they have emerged as a significant voting bloc.”

Directly appealing to women, Irani said, “I encourage you not only to vote in substantial numbers but also to take part actively once this 33% reservation law is enacted… If they (Opposition) truly care about the protection, dignity, and political empowerment of women, they ought to endorse the government’s initiatives.”

Concluding her address with confidence, she proclaimed, “The ‘Lotus’ will definitely blossom in Bengal…”