{"id":212361,"date":"2026-03-31T11:50:30","date_gmt":"2026-03-31T06:20:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/newsfed.in\/english\/?p=212361"},"modified":"2026-03-31T11:50:30","modified_gmt":"2026-03-31T06:20:30","slug":"rain-threatens-mamatas-campaign-waterlogged-ground-and-overcast-skies-spark-worry-in-west-midnapore","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/newsfed.in\/english\/rain-threatens-mamatas-campaign-waterlogged-ground-and-overcast-skies-spark-worry-in-west-midnapore\/","title":{"rendered":"Rain Threatens Mamata\u2019s Campaign! Waterlogged Ground and Overcast Skies Spark Worry in West Midnapore"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Heavy pre-poll rainfall has cast a shadow over TMC Supremo Mamata Banerjee&#8217;s scheduled rallies in Chandrakona and Garbeta today. Ahead of her arrival at the Khirpai Charkdanga ground at noon, the venue was found to be completely waterlogged following continuous downpours since Monday night. In a desperate bid to save the event, party workers are using high-power pumps to drain water from the slushy ground.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The rally, organized in support of Chandrakona candidate Surjyakanta Dolui, faces a dual challenge from the weather and the terrain. With the sky remaining overcast and a persistent drizzle throughout Tuesday morning, local TMC leaders are worried about the turnout and the overall feasibility of the meeting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The biggest question remains regarding the Chief Minister\u2019s travel plans. Adverse weather conditions often prevent helicopters from taking off, leading to speculation on whether Mamata Banerjee will opt for a long road journey by car to reach the venue. As the administration monitors the situation, party supporters are working on a war footing to ensure the stage is set despite the watery mess<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Heavy pre-poll rainfall has cast a shadow over TMC Supremo Mamata Banerjee&#8217;s scheduled rallies in Chandrakona and Garbeta today. Ahead of her arrival at the Khirpai Charkdanga ground at noon, the venue was found to be completely waterlogged following continuous downpours since Monday night. 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