TMC opposing SIR to shield infiltrators, demography of Bengal's many areas changing: Modi

KOLKATA: (Mar 14) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday accused the TMC of opposing the SIR exercise to "protect its vote bank of infiltrators", alleging that unchecked illegal immigration under its rule in the state has altered the demography of many areas.

Addressing a mega rally at Kolkata's Brigade Parade Ground, Modi alleged that the Mamata Banerjee government was undermining constitutional institutions and asserted that the "countdown has begun" for its downfall.

"The TMC is opposing SIR so that infiltrators can be protected," he alleged.