Congress Supports TMC's Abhishek Banerjee Amid Controversy and Criticism of DMK
Congress backs TMC's Abhishek Banerjee, Tagore takes dig at MK Stalin
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Congress MP Manickam Tagore expressed support for TMC general secretary Abhishek Banerjee following an attack on him, while also hinting at tensions with Tamil Nadu's DMK. Banerjee alleged the attack was 'BJP-sponsored' and criticized police for inadequate protection.
- 01Manickam Tagore reaffirmed Congress's support for TMC's Abhishek Banerjee amidst ongoing political tensions.
- 02Tagore's comments included a critique of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin for his party's stance on Congress.
- 03Mamata Banerjee revealed that Rahul Gandhi offered assistance after the attack on her party's leader.
- 04Abhishek Banerjee was attacked in Sonarpur, alleging it was a 'BJP-sponsored' incident.
- 05The attack occurred while Banerjee was visiting families affected by post-poll violence.
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Congress MP Manickam Tagore publicly backed TMC general secretary Abhishek Banerjee following an attack on him, which he described as 'BJP-sponsored.' Tagore's comments also served as a subtle critique of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin, who had criticized Congress for its alliance with the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK). The relationship between DMK and Congress has deteriorated since the recent assembly elections, where the TVK sought Congress's support after falling short of a majority. In a video shared by Tagore, TMC chief Mamata Banerjee recounted a supportive call from Rahul Gandhi, who offered assistance after the attack on Banerjee. The incident occurred in Sonarpur, where Banerjee faced violence while visiting families impacted by post-poll unrest, leading to his hospitalization. He accused the police of failing to provide adequate protection during the attack.
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The political tensions and violence surrounding the attack on Abhishek Banerjee could escalate conflicts between the TMC and BJP in West Bengal.
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