BJP Refutes Allegations of Attacks on TMC Leaders, Claims Arrested Individuals are TMC Workers
BJP denies attacks on TMC leaders, says arrested are TMC workers
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BJP leaders, including West Bengal President Samik Bhattacharya, have denied allegations of violence against Trinamool Congress (TMC) leaders Abhishek Banerjee and Kalyan Banerjee, claiming that those arrested are TMC workers. TMC plans protests in Kolkata over alleged post-poll violence.
- 01Samik Bhattacharya, BJP President, questioned the allegations of attacks on TMC leaders, stating all arrested individuals are TMC workers.
- 02BJP MP Nishikant Dubey accused TMC members of attacking their own leaders, asserting that BJP has no involvement.
- 03Bhattacharya emphasized that the BJP will not induct TMC leaders, asserting the party's strength comes from grassroots support.
- 04TMC chief Mamata Banerjee plans to lead a protest in Kolkata over alleged violence against party members.
- 05Five individuals have been arrested in connection with the attack on Abhishek Banerjee, who reported being injured during the incident.
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West Bengal BJP President Samik Bhattacharya has dismissed allegations of attacks on Trinamool Congress (TMC) leaders Abhishek Banerjee and Kalyan Banerjee, claiming that all those arrested in connection with the incidents are TMC workers. Bhattacharya suggested that TMC leaders should refrain from making accusations and focus on their political roles. BJP MP Nishikant Dubey echoed these sentiments, alleging that TMC members are responsible for the violence against their leaders. He emphasized that the BJP is not involved in such attacks. In a firm stance, Bhattacharya stated that the BJP will not include any TMC leaders, maintaining that their party's strength is built from grassroots support. Meanwhile, TMC plans to protest against the alleged post-poll violence, with Mamata Banerjee leading the demonstration in Kolkata. The protests are in response to reported attacks on TMC leaders during their visits to affected areas, with Banerjee claiming he was assaulted with bricks and stones. Five arrests have been made in connection with these incidents as investigations continue.
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The ongoing political tensions and allegations of violence could influence public sentiment and party dynamics in West Bengal.
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