BJP hands out ‘cash dole’ card, TMC says poll code violation

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BJP launched the 'Matri Shakti Bharosha Card' on Bengali New Year, promising Rs 3,000 monthly assistance to women in West Bengal if elected. Five women received symbolic cards at a Kolkata event attended by Smriti Irani and Suvendu Adhikari. TMC alleged the launch violated the Model Code of Conduct, claiming cards cannot be distributed during elections. TMC leader Shashi Panja demanded Election Commission intervention.

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