Sandeshkhali now at peace, hope to speak to Didi, say women who protested
Times of India | 30 December 2024
123456 Sandeshkhali: Several women who had protested during the unrest in Sandeshkhali said on Sunday that they hoped to speak to Didi and welcome her in person. For many of them, CM Mamata Banerjee's visit marks a moment of closure and a step toward rebuilding trust. The CM is scheduled to reach Sandeshkhali at 1pm on Monday for a public distribution programme.
Seema Das, a resident of Sarberia-Agarhati, expressed relief and satisfaction while speaking to TOI. "Now there is peace in Sandeshkhali. We are happy that they (prime accused Sheikh Shahjahan and his associates) went to jail. We requested Didi to come earlier, but we are glad she is visiting now," she said.
Champa Sardar, a resident of Sardarpara, said: "We protested to reclaim our land. Now that we have it back, we feel secure. We look forward to discussing our issues and expectations with the chief minister." Rina Patra from Trimohini added: "The people we protested against are in jail, and we are now at peace. Didi's visit makes us happy, and we hope she will listen to us."
Preparations for Banerjee's visit are on in full swing, with security and administrative arrangements at their peak. According to local sources, the CM aims to address the grievances of residents and distribute welfare project documents to beneficiaries following the public distribution programme.
Senior officials, including ADG (South Bengal) Supratim Sarkar, North 24 Parganas DM Sharad Kumar Dwivedi and Basirhat police district superintendent Hossain Mehdi Rahman, have inspected the meeting venue at Rishi Aurobindo Mission ground.
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