Lucknow, May 6: Uttar Pradesh Minister Vijay Lakshmi Gautam has sharply criticized West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee for her refusal to resign following her electoral defeat. She stated that Banerjee is struggling to accept her loss, emphasizing that the mandate clearly favors a change in power. Gautam urged Banerjee to acknowledge the truth and adhere to constitutional norms and laws.
In a conversation, she highlighted the importance of democracy in Indian politics, noting that the country’s democratic processes must operate according to the Constitution. She remarked that Banerjee appears distracted by the political situation and is finding it difficult to accept her defeat, despite the clear decision made by the electorate.
Gautam asserted that the public’s message is unmistakable: it is time for a change in governance. She insisted that the Chief Minister must accept the reality and comply with constitutional rules and laws.
The minister also expressed concern over the murder of a BJP worker in West Bengal, alleging that the state has been plagued by chaos under the rule of the Trinamool Congress (TMC). She claimed that the influence of Bangladeshi infiltrators and anti-social elements linked to the TMC has increased in several gram panchayats, causing distress among the common people. According to her, this unrest is why the electorate chose to vote for the BJP this time, opting for change.
Uttar Pradesh Minister Danish Azad Ansari also criticized Banerjee, stating that she is disrespecting the mandate given by the people of West Bengal. He emphasized that it is the duty of a public representative to accept the people’s decision, contrasting Banerjee’s attitude with this responsibility. He noted that the state has faced neglect over the past 15 years, leading the public to completely reject her leadership. He added that the people have shown their trust in the BJP under Prime Minister Modi’s leadership, resulting in a significant victory.
Additionally, Uttar Pradesh Cabinet Minister Anil Rajbhar condemned Banerjee’s decision not to resign, labeling it an affront to the mandate. He pointed out that questioning electronic voting machines (EVMs) and the Election Commission has become a common trend among opposition parties after electoral defeats. Rajbhar remarked that disrespecting the mandate has become a sort of ‘fashion,’ which goes against constitutional principles. He concluded that the beauty of democracy lies in its reliance on the mandate, and the decision of the people of West Bengal must be respected.
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