The political landscape of West Bengal is set to witness a high-voltage shift as Prime Minister Narendra Modi is all set to officially launch the BJP’s election campaign for the 2026 Assembly polls. After weeks of speculation, it has been confirmed that PM Modi will address his first mega election rally in Siliguri on April 12. Strategically choosing North Bengal—a region where the BJP has maintained a strong foothold—the Prime Minister aims to set the momentum before the first phase of polling on April 23.

The rally will take place at the Kawakhali ground in Siliguri, and state BJP leaders are expecting a historic turnout. Party insiders suggest that starting from North Bengal is a calculated move to consolidate the support base before moving toward the southern districts. Following this, the Prime Minister is expected to hold a series of rallies in Durgapur, Kharagpur, and a massive roadshow in Kolkata later in the month.

During the Siliguri rally, PM Modi is likely to launch a blistering attack on the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC) over issues of corruption, unemployment, and national security. The BJP’s slogan for this election, “Ebar BJP” (This time BJP), will be the central theme of his address. Security agencies have already begun sanitizing the area, and a special task force is monitoring the arrangements. As the “Modi Wave” prepares to hit Bengal, political analysts believe this first rally will define the trajectory of the entire election campaign.