Mamata Banerjee Set to Counter Modi in Singur

Mamata Banerjee, West Bengal's Chief Minister, is planning an administrative programme and potentially a TMC rally in Singur next week. This comes after Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a political offensive against her government from the same venue, according to party insiders.

TMC sources indicate that Banerjee will chair an administrative meeting in the Hooghly district, where she is expected to distribute benefits under various welfare programmes. Notably, she will likely disburse the first instalment for constructing pucca houses under the 'Banglar Bari' scheme.

Beyond administrative announcements, Banerjee might seize the occasion to deliver a political message, countering Modi's points on governance and investment. With state elections approaching, observers suggest this move aims to reclaim Singur’s political symbolism and highlight governance performance.