During the election campaign for the 2021 West Bengal election, the term 'bhaipo' was repeatedly used  by the BJP.
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Moneycontrol30-12-2025, 15:18

Amit Shah's 'Bhaipo' Dig at Mamata: What It Means for Bengal Politics

  • Union Home Minister Amit Shah used the term 'bhaipo' to target CM Mamata Banerjee and her nephew Abhishek ahead of the 2026 Bengal election.
  • 'Bhaipo' (nephew) refers to Abhishek Banerjee; Shah alleged only he profits under the current dispensation.
  • Shah accused the Trinamool Congress regime of 15 years of corruption, fear, infiltration, and a 'toll syndicate'.
  • The BJP previously used 'bhaipo' in the 2021 elections, labeling it 'Pishi-Bhaipor Sarkar' (aunt-nephew government).
  • Abhishek Banerjee challenged BJP leaders to name him directly, denying the allegations.

Why It Matters: Amit Shah's 'bhaipo' jibe highlights BJP's ongoing nepotism and corruption allegations against TMC.

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