The Krishnanagar Battle: Mahua The Flamboyant Moitra vs Amrita Rajmata Roy – Some Very Interesting Notes

New Delhi: Krishnanagar, situated in Nadia District, stands out as a vital constituency within the present Lok Sabha elections in West Bengal, attracting important consideration for numerous causes. On one facet, the Trinamool Congress has re-nominated the controversial chief Mahua Moitra, whereas on the opposite, the BJP has put ahead Amrita Roy, a member of Krishnanagar’s former royal household, fondly known as ‘Rajmata’ by locals.

Why Amrita Roy’s Nomination Is Crucial? 

Amrita Roy’s candidacy has gained nationwide significance when Prime Minister Narendra Modi personally referred to as her to supply assist shortly after her nomination. During their dialog, PM Modi pledged authorized actions to reclaim Rs 3,000 crore confiscated by central companies in corruption instances in West Bengal. However, Amrita Roy stays centered on addressing corruption allegations towards the ruling occasion and advocating for improvement below the ‘Modi ki assure’. 

TMC’s Firebrand Mahua Moitra 

In response to the BJP’s nomination of Amrita Roy, Trinamool Congress chief Mahua Moitra says, “People of Bengal know only Raja Ram Mohan Roy and Rani Rashmoni. Iske upar kitne raja hai, kitni rani hai, kisi ko maloom nahi hain aap unse pouchiye (No one knows how many kings and queens there are on it, you ask them),” 

In 2019, Mahua Moitra secured victory in her inaugural Lok Sabha elections from the Krishnagar constituency. She secured a decisive win over BJP’s Kalyan Chaubey, a former soccer participant, with a margin of over 65,000 votes. 

Her maiden speech within the Lok Sabha garnered widespread approval from opposition MPs, who enthusiastically applauded her stance.

Over the next 4 years, she emerged as a vocal critic of the NDA authorities, each inside the parliamentary chambers and past. Additionally, in 2021, Mahua Moitra assumed the position of Trinamool’s Goa in-cost, entrusted with overseeing preparations for the 2022 Goa Legislative Assembly election.

However, in December 2023, Mahua Moitra confronted expulsion from the Lok Sabha amidst allegations of involvement in a ‘money-for-question’ scandal. She was accused of accepting bribes, together with ₹2 crore in money and numerous “luxury gift items,” from businessman Darshan Hiranandani in alternate for posing crucial questions concerning the authorities in parliament. Despite these accusations, her occasion has remained steadfast of their assist of her.

This 12 months, one other point of interest is the Trinamool Congress’ marketing campaign towards the late Raja Krishnachandra Roy, a determine from Krishnanagar’s royal lineage, who’s accused of collaborating with the British towards Nawab Siraj-ud-Daula.

Why Krishna Nagar Is Crucial? 

Krishnanagar’s electoral historical past displays a fluctuating pattern since 1999, transitioning from CPI(M) dominance to BJP after which Trinamool Congress victories. With a various voters of roughly 1.5 million, Krishnanagar is famend for its clay doll manufacturing and agriculture-based mostly livelihoods. 

Lok Sabha Elections 2024 

The ongoing electoral panorama in West Bengal, that includes 42 Parliamentary Constituencies, sees a fierce competitors between the ruling Trinamool Congress and the BJP, with elections scheduled throughout seven phases beginning April 19.

The 2019 elections noticed Trinamool Congress securing 22 seats and BJP successful 18 out of 42, with Congress claiming solely two seats. In 2014, Trinamool Congress dominated with 34 seats, whereas BJP secured two.

These elections coincide with meeting polls in 4 states, with voting scheduled from April 19 to June 1 and relying on June 4.