Kolkata vs. Rural Bengal: Why Mamata Faces Urban Discontent But Rural Support

• Mamata Banerjee faces rising anti-incumbency in Kolkata, with urban voters seeking change due to corruption and lack of development.
• Unlike 2021, intellectuals are not actively supporting TMC; clips and criticism now come from within the party.
• Kolkata residents express frustration over corruption, impact on health/education, and perceived tacit understanding between TMC and BJP.
• Mamata relies on rural farmers and the working class, benefiting from welfare schemes like Kanyashree, Rupashree, and Lakshmir Bhandar.
• TMC also banks on Muslim voters, despite some community members expressing disappointment and new parties challenging her support base.