Why fish, among other things Bangla, is the meat of the battle in Bengal

What Happened

Bengal's election campaign centers on cultural identity. BJP showcases Rabindranath Tagore, Satyajit Ray, and Bengali traditions during Poila Boisakh celebrations. TMC counters by emphasizing fish-eating culture, claiming BJP-ruled states ban fish sales. Both parties compete to appear authentically Bengali. PM Modi criticized TMC's fisheries record. BJP promises cultural initiatives including Tagore centers and language inclusion. CM Mamata Banerjee leads TMC's counter-campaign.

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