Bengal’s Identity War: Hindutva vs Sub-Regionalism Sets Stage For 2026 Elections

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Bengal's Identity War: Hindutva vs Sub-Regionalism Sets Stage For 2026 Elections

The political battleground for the 2026 Bengal elections is being defined by a clash between Hindutva and Bengali sub-regionalism, mirroring the narrative of the previous polls. A central point of contention is the identity and rights of Bengalis, sparked by a procession in Calcutta for the freedom of movement and allegations of Bengali-speaking people being misidentified as Bangladeshis and mistreated in other states. The debate touches on issues of illegal immigration, with the BJP calling for the removal of Rohingyas from voter lists. The Trinamool Congress accuses the BJP of fostering a ‘politics of fear’ and attacking Bengali culture. A political commentator noted, "It is going to be a Muslim vote bank versus the buildup of a Hindu vote bank in West Bengal politics." The BJP is seen as sending mixed signals, with a hardline Hindutva stance on one hand and a more culturally nuanced approach on the other, suggesting a search for a viable formula in the state. #bengalpolitics #westbengal #elections2026 #itwebvideos #hindutva #bengalipride #subregionalism #tmc #bjp #mamatabanerjee #migrantworkers #rohingya #identitypolitics #haqkiladai #kolkata #indianpolitics

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