Controversy Surrounds Former IPS Officer Humayun Kabir Amid Allegations of ₹1,000 Crore Deal with BJP
Who is Humayun Kabir? Ex-IPS turned MLA accused in explosive 'Rs 1,000 crore deal' row with BJP for 2026 Bengal polls
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As West Bengal prepares for the 2026 Assembly elections, former police officer and MLA Humayun Kabir faces allegations of a ₹1,000 crore deal with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) to manipulate minority votes. Kabir, who recently formed the Aam Aadmi Unnayan Party, denies the claims, labeling them politically motivated.
- 01Humayun Kabir is a former police officer and current MLA from Debra constituency.
- 02He has been accused of a ₹1,000 crore deal with the BJP to split minority votes.
- 03Kabir launched the Aam Aadmi Unnayan Party and is contesting the elections in alliance with Asaduddin Owaisi's party.
- 04Trinamool Congress leaders released an audio clip alleging Kabir's involvement in the deal.
- 05Kabir plans to construct a mosque in Murshidabad, referencing the Babri Mosque.
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As the 2026 Assembly elections approach in West Bengal, political tensions escalate with allegations against Humayun Kabir, a former police officer and current MLA from the Debra constituency. Kabir, who previously served as a minister in Mamata Banerjee's government, has been accused by the ruling Trinamool Congress of striking a ₹1,000 crore deal with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) to manipulate minority votes. This controversy intensified after the release of an audio clip purportedly featuring Kabir discussing strategies to consolidate Hindu votes while splitting Muslim votes. Kabir has denied these allegations, claiming they are baseless and politically motivated. He also announced plans to construct a mosque in Murshidabad, modeled after the Babri Mosque, further stirring political sentiments. The unfolding drama highlights the charged atmosphere as parties gear up for the elections.
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The allegations against Kabir could influence voter perceptions and party dynamics in West Bengal, potentially affecting the electoral outcomes.
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