TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee Attacked in Sonarpur, Plans Supreme Court Action
Abhishek Banerjee attacked with bricks in Sonarpur, vows SC fight

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Abhishek Banerjee, Trinamool Congress MP, was attacked with bricks and stones during a visit to Sonarpur, West Bengal, to meet families affected by post-poll violence. He criticized the state's security response and vowed to take legal action, including approaching the Supreme Court.
- 01Abhishek Banerjee was attacked while visiting families affected by post-poll violence in Sonarpur, South 24 Parganas district.
- 02He accused the state administration of negligence and claimed that the attack was orchestrated by BJP supporters.
- 03Banerjee sustained injuries, including damage to his eye, and reported being punched multiple times.
- 04He stated that the incident was captured on video and plans to use this evidence in court.
- 05Banerjee emphasized his determination to fight back legally and politically against the violence.
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On Saturday, Abhishek Banerjee, the national general secretary of the Trinamool Congress (TMC) and MP, was reportedly attacked with bricks, stones, and eggs during his visit to Sonarpur in South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. The visit aimed to support families affected by recent post-poll violence. Banerjee expressed outrage at the state administration's lack of security, suggesting a deliberate failure to protect him. He described the attack, noting significant injuries, including a hit to his eye, and claimed that the assailants were affiliated with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Banerjee stated,
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The incident highlights ongoing political tensions in West Bengal and raises concerns about security for political figures.
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