Abhishek Banerjee Faces FIR for Provocative Remarks During Bengal Elections
Abhishek Banerjee named in FIR over controversial speeches during Bengal polls
Hindustan Times
Image: Hindustan Times
The Bidhannagar Police have filed a first information report (FIR) against Abhishek Banerjee, the Trinamool Congress national general secretary, for allegedly making provocative remarks during the recent West Bengal assembly elections. The FIR includes multiple charges under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and the Representation of the People Act, based on a local resident's complaint.
- 01The FIR was registered on May 5, the day after the West Bengal assembly election results were announced.
- 02The complaint against Banerjee was filed by Rajib Sarkar, a local resident.
- 03Charges include promoting enmity and inciting hatred based on religion and community.
- 04Banerjee's remarks were described as 'unparliamentary, objectionable and inciting' against Union ministers and other political parties.
- 05No comments have been made by police officials or Trinamool Congress leaders regarding the FIR.
Advertisement
In-Article Ad
The Bidhannagar Police Commissionerate has registered a first information report (FIR) against Abhishek Banerjee, the national general secretary of the Trinamool Congress party and a member of the Lok Sabha, for allegedly making provocative remarks during the recent assembly elections in West Bengal. The FIR was filed based on a complaint by local resident Rajib Sarkar, who accused Banerjee of making 'unparliamentary, objectionable and inciting' statements against Union ministers and other political parties. The FIR cites multiple charges under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, including sections related to inciting riots and promoting enmity between different groups. Additionally, Banerjee faces charges under the Representation of the People Act for interfering with electoral rights and promoting enmity during elections. The complaint was lodged on May 5, shortly after the election results were announced. As of now, there has been no official comment from police or Trinamool Congress leaders regarding the FIR.
Advertisement
In-Article Ad
The FIR against Banerjee may influence public perception and political dynamics in West Bengal, particularly among his supporters and opponents.
Advertisement
In-Article Ad
Reader Poll
Do you believe political leaders should be held accountable for their speeches during elections?
Connecting to poll...
More about Trinamool Congress
Abhishek Banerjee Faces Charges Over Provocative Election Speeches in West Bengal
Ndtv • May 16, 2026
Abhishek Banerjee Faces Legal Action Over Alleged Provocative Remarks Against Amit Shah
News 18 • May 16, 2026
FIR Filed Against TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee for Threatening Remarks Against Amit Shah
The Indian Express • May 16, 2026
Read the original article
Visit the source for the complete story.