Mamata Banerjee pushes opposition to build a joint platform targeting the BJP ahead of elections

Published on 9 May 2026

She names BJP as the only real enemy

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has urged Left and national opposition parties to unite against the BJP, calling for a “joint platform” to challenge the saffron camp. She alleged atrocities against TMC workers after the election and argued that BJP should remain the central adversary, dismissing “enemy’s enemy is my friend” politics.

Mamata Banerjee calls for a joint opposition platform against BJP
She includes Left and national parties in the push for unity
Alleges post-election atrocities targeting TMC workers
Stresses BJP is the primary enemy, rejecting old alliance logic

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Mamata Banerjee pushes opposition to build a joint platform targeting the BJP ahead of elections

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