West Bengal

IIE DIGITAL DESK : Berhampore, March 16: As the drumbeats of the upcoming Assembly elections grow louder, political activity has intensified across constituencies, with Subrata Maitra stepping into the campaign field immediately after being घोषित as the Bharatiya Janata Party’s candidate from the Berhampore Assembly seat. Wasting no time after the party released its candidate list, Maitra officially launched his election campaign on Tuesday morning, marking the beginning of what is expected to be a closely contested political battle in the region.

The campaign commenced on a traditional note, with Maitra offering prayers at a Hanuman temple located near Mohan Cinema More in Berhampore. Accompanied by party workers and supporters, he participated in rituals, performed aarti, and sought divine blessings before setting out to connect with voters. The temple visit reflected a blend of cultural symbolism and political messaging, a common feature in election campaigns across the state.

Maitra moved to the Gorabazar area, where he began his grassroots outreach programme. Engaging directly with residents, he carried out an extensive door-to-door campaign, visiting households and interacting with people across neighborhoods. The BJP candidate was seen greeting locals warmly, shaking hands, seeking blessings from elders, and exchanging pleasantries with children, aiming to build a personal rapport with voters and understand their concerns firsthand.

Speaking during the campaign, Maitra expressed confidence in the response he has been receiving from the electorate. He claimed that there is growing enthusiasm among the people of Berhampore and voiced optimism about his chances in the election. Referring to the development agenda led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, he said that the residents of Berhampore are eager to be part of a broader path of growth and progress. He emphasized that his candidacy is focused on addressing long-standing issues and bringing tangible development to the constituency.

BJP workers and supporters accompanied him throughout the day, underlining the party’s effort to mobilize its base early in the election cycle. The campaign trail witnessed active participation and visible enthusiasm, signaling the beginning of an intense political contest in Berhampore.

With election fever steadily rising, the momentum generated by such early outreach initiatives is likely to shape voter perceptions in the days ahead. As campaigning gathers pace, attention will now turn to how effectively these efforts translate into electoral gains when voters finally head to the polling booths.