A day after the BJP’s electoral victory in West Bengal, party national president Nitin Nabin on Tuesday offered prayers at the Kali Bari temple in Chittaranjan Park. He was joined by Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, Delhi BJP president Virendra Sachdeva and New Delhi MP Bansuri Swaraj, among other party leaders.
Addressing the media after offering prayers, Nabin congratulated the people of West Bengal and other poll-bound states, describing the victory as a mandate rooted in faith and cultural identity.
Referring to Maa Kali and Maa Kamakhya, Nabin said he had come to seek blessings and express gratitude, adding that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the country’s cultural heritage would continue to be preserved alongside development.
He asserted that West Bengal’s cultural legacy could progress effectively only under Modi’s leadership, and said the recent electoral outcomes reflected the sentiments of the people. Nabin also prayed for peace, prosperity and continued development across the country.
Chief Minister Rekha Gupta termed the victory a “turning point” in Indian politics, stating that the results reflected growing public faith in governance driven by development and nationalism. She said the BJP’s success was particularly significant among women voters, linking it to policies focused on dignity, safety and empowerment.
Referring to the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam, Gupta criticised opposition parties that had opposed the legislation, saying women voters in Bengal had delivered a strong message through their mandate.
“They have shown that they are ready to stand up for their dignity and rights,” she said, adding that despite an atmosphere of fear and intimidation, women played a decisive role in strengthening democracy.
Calling the victory a tribute to party workers, Gupta said their sustained efforts had borne fruit and described the outcome as an endorsement of democratic values and good governance.
The visit also underscored the cultural significance of CR Park, often referred to as “Mini Bengal” in the Capital.
Established in the 1960s as the East Pakistan Displaced Persons colony, the area has evolved into a key cultural hub for Delhi’s Bengali community. Known for its grand Durga Puja celebrations, the Kali Bari temple remains central to religious and social life in the neighbourhood.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi had also attended the Durga Puja celebrations at the temple last year, highlighting its continued cultural and political relevance.
