Amidst a political storm ignited by allegations of illegal immigration and harassment of Bengali-speaking migrant workers, Union Home Minister Amit Shah is scheduled to meet with West Bengal's BJP Members of Parliament (MPs) on Monday in Delhi. The meeting aims to strategize a counter-narrative to the Trinamool Congress's (TMC) accusations in the Assembly, which include claims of pushing Bengali migrants back into Bangladesh.

The core issue revolves around the TMC's allegations concerning the harassment of Bengali-speaking migrant workers, coupled with claims that they are being forced back into Bangladesh. These allegations have spurred protests by TMC MPs within the Parliament premises. The BJP is expected to formulate a strategy to counter these claims and address the broader issue of national security.

Another focal point of the meeting will be the Special Investigation Report (SIR) in Bihar, which the TMC opposes in West Bengal. The agenda also includes discussions on the recent RG Kar Medical College and Hospital case, where a junior doctor was allegedly raped and murdered. BJP State President and MP, Shamik Bhattacharya, mentioned that the parents of the victim have provided documents and insights that will be presented during the meeting, although he refrained from making any commitments due to the ongoing CBI investigation.

Furthermore, the meeting is expected to address the broader issue of radicalization in West Bengal, particularly in light of recent events in neighboring Bangladesh. Bhattacharya highlighted reports indicating the establishment of anti-social modules in several districts of West Bengal, including Cooch Behar, raising concerns about national security. During a visit to Kolkata in June 2025, Shah addressed a gathering of saints, outlining the need for a distinct "national mindset" as opposed to those of neighboring countries, a comment largely interpreted as a reference to Bangladesh. He also emphasized that the party's Bengal strategy is linked to national security imperatives.

The BJP's focus on the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections will likely be a key theme. In June 2025, Shah held a closed-door meeting with senior BJP leaders, including Leader of Opposition Suvendu Adhikari and BJP state president Sukanta Majumdar, to fine-tune the party's roadmap for the high-stakes assembly battle. Adhikari submitted a report on the BJP's organizational standing, noting they trailed the TMC by approximately 4-5 percent in over 150 seats. He argued that a swing of just 3-4 percent could enable the BJP to surpass the TMC in key constituencies.

The meeting comes at a time when the BJP is trying to consolidate its position in West Bengal, aiming to address internal disputes and strengthen its organizational base. In previous visits, Shah has focused on uniting party leaders and addressing the concerns of disgruntled members. The party is also keen on reaching out to various communities, including Rajbonshis, tribes, and Dalits, who form a significant voter base in North Bengal.

Simultaneously, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee is scheduled to hold a virtual meeting with TMC MPs to convey their strategy for parliamentary debates and highlight key issues.