Rekha Patra, who is a resident of Sandeshkhali, has been the face of the women's protest in the area against suspended Trinamool Congress leader Sheikh Shahjahan. She is now the BJP's Lok Sabha candidate from Basirhat.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi dialled Rekha Patra - who has been the face of the women's protest in the area against suspended Trinamool Congress leader Sheikh Shahjahan.
The local strongman, who is now in jail, and his henchmen were accused of illegal land grab and sexual assault by locals in Sandeshkhali.
In an audio clip, PM Modi asks Patra, "You are going to play a big responsibility. How do you feel?"
"I feel very good. Your hands are on my head and all women of Sandeshkhali. It is like we are blessed by Lord Ram," Ms Patra replies.
The BJP candidate then narrated the ordeal of Sandeshkhali women to the PM. "A big tragedy happened with us. Not just the women of Sandeshkhali, but women of entire Basirhat suffered. We demand action against the accused. We haven't been able to vote since 2011 and we hope to vote this time," she said.
Lauding her courage, PM Modi said, "Rekha ji, you've fought a big battle in Sandeshkhali. In a way, you are Shakti Swaroopa (Goddess Like) . You sent so many powerful people to jail.
You will definitely win the elections. Do you have any idea how courageous you have been?"
The Prime Minister also assured her cooperation by the Election Commission of India and proper security arrangements, so they can vote in the upcoming elections.
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