Medinipur, April 19 -- Raising the political temperature in West Bengal just days before the state heads to the polls, Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a scathing offensive against the Trinamool Congress (TMC), accusing the Mamata Banerjee-led government of institutionalising corruption and "Maha Jungle Raj."

Addressing a massive Vijay Sankalp Sabha in Medinipur on Sunday, the Prime Minister used the metaphor of academic excellence to mock the ruling party's governance. "In 15 years, they have earned a PhD in looting," PM Modi told the crowd.

"Under the TMC's ruthless government, there's loot in recruiting school teachers. Loot in children's mid-day meals. Loot in MNREGA work. Loot in money meant for the poor's homes. Loot in villa...