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Amidst the vibrant tapestry of Kolkata, we find the preeminent Didi in the political realm, juxtaposed with another Didi reigning supreme in the entertainment domain. These two formidable personas are poised to converge on the stage of a forthcoming game show. As per sources from the Chief Minister’s office, Mamata Banerjee, the Chief Minister of West Bengal, is slated to grace Rachna Didi’s acclaimed game show.

Scheduled for the 21st of February, Mamata Banerjee will not be a mere spectator at the Dumurjala Stadium; she will actively participate in the reality show. Security preparations for this unprecedented participation have prompted a meeting convened by the Director of Security on the matter.

The televised spectacle in question is “Didi No 1,” a Bengali game show exclusively designed for women, inaugurated in 2010 and airing six days a week. Accomplished women from various corners of West Bengal engage in a series of captivating challenges within the framework of the game.

While Mamata Banerjee is an established figure in politics, this marks her inaugural foray into the realm of reality television. The anticipation surrounding her involvement has led to heightened security measures on the set of this distinctive reality show. Recent reports have also shed light on the past interactions between Mamata Banerjee and Rachna Banerjee.

Initially, speculation arose regarding a potential entry into politics by Rachna, following her meetings with Mamata. However, it has since been disclosed that their discussions revolved around Mamata’s prospective participation in the game show. Allegedly, Rachna Banerjee extended an invitation to the Chief Minister to be a part of her popular show, a platform that caters exclusively to women, encompassing both celebrities and ordinary citizens.

With the looming Lok Sabha elections, although the exact date remains undisclosed, Mamata’s decision to appear on a widely-watched Bengali reality show assumes significance as a potent public relations strategy. The question remains whether other Trinamool Congress figures will share the stage with Mamata Banerjee on the show or if she will stand as the sole guest, an intriguing aspect yet to unfold.