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BJP Uses Fish Symbolism to Challenge Banerjee in Bengal Elections

4/21/2026

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In Kolkata, West Bengal assembly elections have made fish a central campaign symbol for the BJP.
Koustav Bagchi and Rakesh Singh use fish imagery to connect with voters and counter Banerjee's claims.
Banerjee argues the BJP's vegetarian stance undermines Bengal identity, while BJP leaders dismiss her claims as distractions from corruption.
The cultural importance of fish in Bengal makes it a potent political tool shaping the narrative.

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Story summary

In Kolkata, West Bengal assembly elections have made fish a central campaign symbol for the BJP.
Koustav Bagchi and Rakesh Singh use fish imagery to connect with voters and counter Banerjee's claims.
Banerjee argues the BJP's vegetarian stance undermines Bengal identity, while BJP leaders dismiss her claims as distractions from corruption.
The cultural importance of fish in Bengal makes it a potent political tool shaping the narrative.