West Bengal | "People Want Industry, Not Doles": Entrepreneur Smita Bajoria on Bengal Poll Mood
Entrepreneur Smita Bajoria, speaking to NDTV during coverage of the West Bengal Assembly Elections 2026, argued that the BJP's campaign centered on development and industrial revival is resonating with voters. She highlighted economic comparisons between West Bengal and Gujarat, pointing to differences in per capita income and GDP. Bajoria said many voters are seeking higher incomes, job creation, and a shift away from dependence on welfare, making "prosperity and industry" key election themes.
