TMC Leaders Condemn BJP Violence Amid Political Tensions in West Bengal
TMC's Saugata Roy slams BJP for attacks on Abhishek, Kalyan Banerjee
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Saugata Roy, a Lok Sabha MP from the Trinamool Congress (TMC), accused BJP leaders of inciting violence in West Bengal after attacks on TMC members, including Abhishek Banerjee and Kalyan Banerjee. Both leaders reported assaults linked to BJP supporters, prompting TMC to seek intervention from the Governor and the High Court.
- 01Saugata Roy blamed BJP leaders for creating a tense political environment in West Bengal.
- 02Kalyan Banerjee reported being attacked by BJP supporters while attempting to submit a deputation regarding post-poll violence.
- 03Abhishek Banerjee described his recent assault as 'state-sponsored terrorism' following an attack in Sonarpur.
- 04Kalyan Banerjee alleged that the state police did not intervene during his attack, highlighting lawlessness in West Bengal.
- 05TMC plans to approach the Governor and High Court in response to the violence against its members.
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Saugata Roy, a Lok Sabha MP from the Trinamool Congress (TMC), criticized the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) for inciting violence in West Bengal, particularly following recent attacks on TMC leaders. Roy stated that provocative statements from BJP officials have contributed to a hostile political climate. On Saturday, TMC General Secretary Abhishek Banerjee was attacked while visiting families affected by post-poll violence in Sonarpur, sustaining injuries to his eye. Kalyan Banerjee, another TMC MP, reported being assaulted by BJP supporters in Hooghly while attempting to submit a deputation regarding the same issue. He claimed that police inaction during the incident exemplified the lawlessness in the state. Both leaders condemned the violence and vowed to continue their fight against the BJP, with plans to seek assistance from the Governor and the High Court. The TMC has described the violence as an attempt to undermine democracy and intimidate political opponents.
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The violent incidents reported by TMC leaders could escalate political tensions in West Bengal, affecting public safety and governance.
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