TMC Poised to Sweep Bengal Rural Polls, Secures Nearly 35,000 Gram Panchayat Seats

Kolkata, July 12, 2023: In a resounding victory, the Trinamool Congress (TMC) has emerged as the clear winner in the rural polls held across West Bengal. The party has secured an overwhelming majority by winning nearly 35,000 gram panchayat seats, establishing its stronghold in the state’s rural areas.

The TMC’s triumph signifies a significant shift in the political landscape of West Bengal, as the party has managed to maintain its popularity and appeal among the rural electorate. The victory comes as a testament to the leadership of Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, who campaigned extensively in these areas, addressing the concerns of the rural population and promising inclusive development.

According to data from the Election Commission of India, the TMC’s victory in the gram panchayat elections is remarkable, considering the fierce competition it faced from other political parties. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), which had emerged as a formidable contender in the previous state elections, was unable to replicate its success in the rural areas. The TMC’s comprehensive win has reasserted its dominance and consolidated its support base in the grassroots level of governance.

The TMC’s success can be attributed to its focus on grassroots-level development initiatives and welfare schemes, which have resonated with the rural voters. The party’s commitment to providing basic amenities such as healthcare, education, and infrastructure development has struck a chord with the people, leading to their overwhelming support in the polls.

Moreover, the TMC’s effective organizational structure and mobilization strategy played a crucial role in its victory. The party’s extensive network of dedicated workers and volunteers ensured a robust ground-level campaign, reaching out to voters and addressing their concerns. This meticulous groundwork, combined with the party’s charismatic leadership, has yielded significant dividends in the rural elections.

The TMC’s remarkable performance in the rural polls holds immense significance for the upcoming state assembly elections. With a strong foothold in the rural areas, the party is poised to consolidate its position further and pose a formidable challenge to its political opponents.

In conclusion, the Trinamool Congress’ landslide victory in the rural polls, with an impressive haul of nearly 35,000 gram panchayat seats, solidifies its position as the dominant political force in West Bengal. The TMC’s success can be attributed to Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee’s leadership, the party’s welfare-focused agenda, and its well-organized ground-level campaign. As the state gears up for the next assembly elections, the TMC’s triumph in the rural areas sets the stage for a fiercely contested political landscape.

India begins 2023 with victory in match

India begins 2023 with victory in match

Shivam Mavi’s dream debut was a remarkable one. His four-wicket run made the difference in India’s win by two runs over Sri Lanka.

India batters struggled to defeat the spinners from Sri Lanka before Deepak Hooda (41 out of 23) and Axar Ptel (31 out of 20) brought the hosts up to 162 for five.

Although the Sri Lankans had the power to chase down 163, Mavi’s runs at the front and back of the innings tipped the balance in favour of the home side. The game was close with spinner Axar Ptel managing to protect 13 runs in the final over. Mavi finished with an impressive score of four runs for 22 in four innings.

Chamika Karunaratne (23/23 not out of 16) and skipper Dasun Shanaka (4/27), both fought vainly as Sri Lanka won 160 runs in 20 overs.

This is the lowest total India can defend at this stadium.

Hardik Pandya, Skipper, decided to bowl the first ball and the pressure he created helped Mavi at the other. Hardik was a full-throttle bowler and gave away very little in his three-over stint.

Mavi’s moment to remember was in his first over. He showed incredible composure and fought back from being hit for two-fours by Kusal Mendis. Pathum Nissanka didn’t know about Mavi’s beautiful delivery, which jagged back in to break the stumps. Hardik had already saved his life.

Mavi also got hit in his second over, hitting for a few fours before Dhanajaya De Silva was caught at mid-on.

It was 47 for three in eighth-over when Ishan Kishan made a spectacular catch running backwards after Charith Andalanka mistimed Umran Malik’s pull.

Harshal Patel, pacer Harshal Patel, was fortunate to get his first wicket. A dangerous looking Mendis found the deep fielder before getting rid Bhanuka Rajapaksa using a slower ball. Sri Lanka was left struggling at 68 for 5. After Rajapaksa’s catch, Hardik was forced to leave the field.

With a quickfire 40-run stand of 23 balls, Hasaranga and Shanaka kept the game exciting. Hasaranga relieved the Indians of the pressure by taking Yuzvendra Chahal to the ground for back-to back sixes at mid-wicket. This reduced the score to 56 runs from 36 balls.

Mavi was brought back to end the threatening partnership. Hasaranga was caught at mid-off. Shanaka kept Sri Lanka alive in the game, before Umran took control in the 17th over.

Chamika Karunratne provided a ray for hope to the visitors, and the game ended at the final over. Axar was called to defend 13, Hardik being unable to bowl the fourth over due to a fall on field.

Axar and Hooda shared an unbeaten 68 run stand off 38 balls, the sixth wicket. India were at a poor 94 for five at Wankhede Stadium.