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PM Modi Takes ‘Jhalmuri’ Break in Jhargram During West Bengal Campaign, Pays Out of Pocket
He watched the snack being prepared, shared it with children and spoke with residents after a rally, underscoring a casual campaign stop.
- On Sunday, April 19, 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi paused his campaign convoy in Jhargram, West Bengal, to interact with locals and enjoy jhalmuri at a small roadside stall.
- Addressing rallies earlier that day, Modi launched a sharp attack on the Trinamool Congress , accusing Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee of fostering corruption and issuing a "last chance" warning to "goons and syndicates" before the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections.
- Dressed in a traditional kurta, the Prime Minister spoke with residents and shared the snack with children, while locals greeted him with chants of "Modi, Modi" and "Jai Shri Ram" as he asked for "good jhalmuri."
- Sharing the moment on social media, Modi stated he had enjoyed the snack during his packed schedule. He later criticized the TMC for opposing women's reservation measures, alleging the party denies rights and economic opportunities to women in the state.
- The Prime Minister urged voters to support development-focused initiatives, promising improved infrastructure, welfare delivery, and job opportunities throughout West Bengal if the Bharatiya Janata Party secures victory in the upcoming elections.
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In Jhargram, West Bengal, Prime Minister Narendra Modi tasted the local street food "Jhalmuri" during his election rallies. He shared the experience on his social media handles and also interacted with a local vendor. He jokingly remarked, "I eat onions, but not my brain."
PM Modi makes unscheduled stop at Jhargram, savours street food ‘jhalmuri’
Bengal elections: PM Narendra Modi makes an unscheduled halt in Jhargram, enjoys jhalmuri during campaign tour, interacts with vendor and posts video, adding a lighter moment amid high-pitched rallies ahead of 2026 assembly polls in West Bengal
PM Narendra Modi makes unscheduled stop at Jhargram, savours street food 'jhalmuri'
Prime Minister Narendra Modi made an unscheduled stop in Jhargram, West Bengal. He enjoyed jhalmuri, a popular street food. Bystanders were surprised as the PM approached the stall. Modi asked for the price and requested a tasty preparation. He paid the vendor and specifically asked for no salt. The Prime Minister later shared his experience on X.
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