India News : Union Minister and West Bengal BJP president Sukanta Majumdar on Sunday strongly criticised the state government over the alleged attack on Leader of the Opposition Suvendu Adhikari. Speaking to reporters at Bagdogra Airport before heading to a public meeting in Maynaguri, Jalpaiguri district, Majumdar described the incident as “barbaric” and “an attack on democracy.”
Majumdar said the attack took place on Saturday night when Suvendu Adhikari was returning from Jhargram, and alleged that it occurred in the presence of the police. He claimed the incident reflected a deliberate attempt to suppress democratic opposition, something the BJP would never accept.
Allegations Against the State Government
The Union Minister alleged that such incidents have become frequent in West Bengal—sometimes the Leader of the Opposition’s vehicle is stopped, while at other times the convoy of the BJP state president is attacked. He accused Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee of deliberately creating a volatile situation to provoke central intervention and then seek political sympathy.
However, Majumdar asserted that this time the people of Bengal have made up their minds and that the Trinamool Congress is set to be voted out of power.
Call for Central Forces and Election Commission Action
Majumdar urged the Election Commission of India to take strict measures to curb what he termed an atmosphere of fear and violence in the state. He said that if necessary, central forces should be deployed immediately to ensure free, fair, and peaceful elections.
On TMC’s Video Claim
Responding to a video released by the Trinamool Congress, Majumdar said that if a protected individual is attacked, security personnel are duty-bound to take necessary steps to ensure safety. He questioned whether attacking a political leader with sticks in the name of protest could be considered a democratic movement.
‘Daily Drama’ Over Dues Issue
On the issue of pending central dues, Majumdar termed the TMC delegation’s actions a “daily drama” and said that the state government should first account for the funds already received before demanding more. He also alleged that the law-and-order situation in Bengal has collapsed, which is why agencies like the Enforcement Directorate (ED) are conducting frequent actions.
Majumdar concluded by saying that attempts to create fear would not succeed, as the people of West Bengal are not afraid and are determined to bring political change through democratic means.
