BJP Denies Involvement in Attack on TMC's Abhishek Banerjee, Citing Public Anger
Attack on Abhishek Banerjee a result of his own words: BJP's Soumitra Khan
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BJP MP Soumitra Khan attributed the attack on Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader Abhishek Banerjee to his own statements and public anger against the TMC. Banerjee, who was assaulted during a visit to violence-affected families, claimed the attack was orchestrated by the BJP and threatened legal action.
- 01Soumitra Khan, a BJP MP, stated that the attack on Abhishek Banerjee is a result of his own words and not a party-sponsored act.
- 02Banerjee was attacked in Sonarpur, South 24 Parganas, with injuries reported, and he accused the BJP of attempting to kill him.
- 03West Bengal Minister Dilip Ghosh condemned the attack while suggesting it reflects public anger against the TMC's governance.
- 04TMC MP Mahua Moitra claimed that a BJP worker was caught on camera attacking Banerjee.
- 05Mamata Banerjee accused the BJP of pressuring hospitals to deny treatment to her nephew following the attack.
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BJP MP Soumitra Khan denied any involvement in the attack on Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader Abhishek Banerjee, asserting that it stemmed from Banerjee's own remarks and public discontent with TMC's governance. The incident occurred in Sonarpur, South 24 Parganas, where Banerjee was visiting families affected by post-poll violence. He was assaulted with bricks, stones, and eggs, sustaining injuries, and claimed the attack was orchestrated by the BJP, threatening to pursue legal action. Minister Dilip Ghosh condemned the attack but indicated it was a manifestation of public anger against the TMC. Additionally, TMC MP Mahua Moitra alleged that a BJP worker was filmed participating in the assault, while former Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee accused the BJP of pressuring hospitals to deny Banerjee medical treatment.
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The attack on Banerjee highlights rising tensions and public anger in West Bengal, potentially influencing political dynamics in the state.
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