Will ‘Lakshmir Bhandar’, ‘maach-maangsho ban’ claims help TMC? What north Bengal thinks before polls | Ground report
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Summary
Will the BJP’s promise of ₹3,000 per month steer women voters away from the TMC? And, are voters concerned about TMC's claims of a ban on non-vegetarian food?
Key Facts
Type Research
Source Hindustan Times - India
Published Wednesday, 22 April 2026
Affected Population ~850 million internet users, 75,000+ startups
Key Numbers
Rs 15,000 crore for Digital India initiatives
UPI: 14 billion monthly transactions
850 million+ Aadhaar-linked mobiles
PM-JAY: 55 crore beneficiaries
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Key Stakeholders
Government Context
NDA III BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right