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Shah will arrive in Bengal today for the first time since the assembly elections in 2021

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Shah will arrive in Bengal today for the first time since the assembly elections in 2021

Amit Shah, the Union Home Minister, will visit West Bengal on Thursday for the first time since the Trinamool Congress (TMC) swept to power in the state for the third time last summer, amid rumblings within the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) following losses in by-polls and a series of defections.

The BJP, which had set a goal of winning 200 of the 294 seats up for grabs in the 2021 West Bengal assembly elections, only got 77, while the TMC got 213 after a bruising campaign. After losing two assembly seats to the TMC in by-elections, the BJP’s vote total has dropped to 70. Five BJP legislators have joined the TMC without resigning from the opposition.

On Thursday, Shah will speak at a public meeting in Siliguri, north Bengal, which has emerged as a BJP stronghold. He is expected to visit the Teen Bigha Corridor and speak with Border Security Force (BSF) officers on Friday.

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On Friday, Shah will meet with the Bengal BJP’s top state office-bearers, departmental heads, legislators, and members of Parliament in Kolkata, according to Bengal BJP leaders.

The meeting will take place amid rumblings within the BJP’s Bengal unit, which resurfaced following the party’s losses in by-elections last month in Kolkata’s Ballygunge assembly and Asansol Lok Sabha seats. Babul Supriyo, a former Union minister who joined the TMC after leaving the BJP, won the Ballygunge seat. Shatrughan Sinha, an actor-turned-politician and a former BJP leader, was elected to the Asansol seat on a TMC ticket.

Former BJP state chief Dilip Ghosh called his successor Sukanta Majumdar an “inexperienced” leader days after the by-election defeats. Majumdar, who retorted that Ghosh was inexperienced when he was appointed BJP state president in 2015, took over as state chief in September of last year. Following an organisational reshuffle in December, he was chastised. Majumdar formed new committees to accommodate some of the functionaries who were left out, but he was unable to silence his critics. Amitava Chakravorty, the state general secretary (organisation), was also summoned to Delhi by the central leadership amid calls for his replacement.

Separately, Shah will lay the foundation stone for Maitri Sangrahalaya, a museum dedicated to the BSF’s role in the 1971 India-Pakistan war that resulted in the creation of Bangladesh. During his two-day visit to West Bengal’s Sunderbans, he will unveil six floating border outposts (BOPs) and a water ambulance along the India-Bangladesh border. “The BOPs and ambulance will be stationed in the Sunderbans…along the Indo-Bangladesh border…[the BOPs have been named] Sutlej, Narmada, Kaveri, Ganga, Sabarmati, and Krishna,” a BSF officer said.

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The India-Bangladesh border in West Bengal is the world’s longest and most porous international border, with smuggling, trafficking, and other illegal activities rampant. West Bengal shares a 2,216-kilometer stretch of the 4096.7-kilometer border with Bangladesh. The border in south Bengal is over 900 kilometres long, with nearly 60% of it being riverine. The Sunderbans, India’s largest delta with 9600 square kilometres and 102 islands, is home to a large portion of the riverine border. Among the endangered species found in the delta are the Royal Bengal Tiger and estuarine crocodiles.

The number of floating BOPs is being increased and equipped with modern equipment, according to BSF deputy inspector general (South Bengal Frontier) SS Guleria, to strengthen security and enhance surveillance in the Sunderbans’ inaccessible areas.

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Akshay Kumar wishes director Priyadarshan on birthday with Bhooth Bangla BTS pic: ‘Surrounded by ghosts…

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Akshay Kumar wishes director Priyadarshan on birthday with Bhooth Bangla BTS pic: ‘Surrounded by ghosts…

Akshay Kumar and Priyadarshan, the acclaimed Indian director, celebrated their 68th birthday on Instagram. Kumar, who has worked with Priyadarshan on several cult comedies of the early 2000s, wished him a happy birthday and called him a mentor. The duo is now back together for their upcoming horror-comedy, Bhooth Bangla.

The first poster of the movie has been released, and it is expected to hit theaters in 2025. Akshay Kumar wore a black fedora and a green jacket, layered over a black tee, and fans have expressed their excitement for their new movie.

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The duo’s dynamic and deep bonding have been praised by fans, who have expressed high anticipation for their new movie. The first poster of Bhooth Bangla has already been released, and the movie is expected to hit theaters in 2025.

Akshay Kumar, the versatile Bollywood actor, recently celebrated director Priyadarshan’s birthday by sharing a behind-the-scenes (BTS) photograph from their upcoming film, “Bhooth Bangla.” In the image, Akshay humorously captioned, “Surrounded by ghosts…” The photo features Akshay alongside Priyadarshan and co-actor Paresh Rawal, all dressed in traditional attire, with a black cat perched on Akshay’s shoulder, adding a whimsical touch to the scene.

Reunion After 14 Years

This collaboration marks a significant reunion between Akshay Kumar and Priyadarshan, who last worked together on the film “Bhool Bhulaiyaa” in 2007. Their partnership has been celebrated in the past for delivering successful comedies like “Hera Pheri” and “Garam Masala.” Fans have eagerly anticipated their return to the big screen together, and “Bhooth Bangla” promises to be a delightful addition to their repertoire.

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About ‘Bhooth Bangla’

“Bhooth Bangla” is a horror-comedy that blends elements of suspense with humor, a genre in which both Akshay Kumar and Priyadarshan have excelled. The film is produced by Balaji Telefilms Ltd in association with Cape of Good Films. The motion poster released earlier this year features Akshay Kumar in a suit, with a cat on his shoulder, licking milk slyly, setting the tone for the film’s intriguing and humorous premise.

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Anticipation and Fan Reactions

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The BTS photo shared by Akshay Kumar has generated excitement among fans, who are eager to see the trio back together on screen. The playful caption and the presence of the black cat suggest that “Bhooth Bangla” will offer a mix of thrills and laughs, staying true to the successful formula of their previous collaborations.

As the release date for “Bhooth Bangla be a significant highlight in the upcoming entertainment lineup. The reunion of Akshay Kumar, Priyadarshan, and Paresh Rawal, combined with the intriguing premise and the playful BTS moments, has set high expectations among audiences. Fans can look forward to a cinematic experience that promises both chills and chuckles.

For a visual glimpse into the making of “Bhooth Bangla,” you can watch the following video Akshay Kumar expressed his gratitude as they once again united for their upcoming movie Bhooth Bangla. This marks a new chapter in their long-standing collaboration since the 2000s. He shared a picture from behind the scenes of their new movie, where it seems like they are laughing about something.

Akshay wrote,”Happy Birthday, Priyan Sir! What better way to celebrate than by spending the day on a haunted set, surrounded by ghosts…both real and unpaid extras? Thank you for being a mentor, and the only person who can make chaos look like a masterpiece. May your day be filled with fewer retakes. Wishing you a fantastic year ahead!”

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