Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee trying to create Bangladesh by 'threatening Hindus': BJP MP Sukanta Majumdar
Times of India | 12 April 2025
KOLKATA: Amid turmoil over violence in Murshidabad, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Sukanta Majumdar on Saturday alleged West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee of "threatening Hindus" and trying to "create a Bangladesh here".
He further censured the police force for their inaction despite Mamata Banerjee's directives, asserting that law enforcement remained "passive" and "reticent". Majumdar, who also serves as the West Bengal BJP president, confirmed they were maintaining correspondence with Delhi regarding the ongoing developments.
"The police are doing nothing and are keeping quiet in Mamata Banerjee's directions. She is trying to create a Bangladesh here by threatening Hindus, but Hindus have always fought, and it will continue that. We are in contact with Delhi, and the (Union) Home Minister is aware of everything," said Sukanta Majumdar.
Regarding the unrest in affected regions, particularly Murshidabad, Majumdar described the circumstances as "grave" and reported that residences were being "looted". He indicated that considering the intensifying situation, the central government would need to step in at a later stage.
"The situation is grave. Hindu women are being abused, and houses are being looted. Police are staying silent. Yesterday, Amit Shah took information (regarding what is happening). The intervention from central government would be required to handle the situation, given the way it is escalating," he said.
The West Bengal police issued a statement on Saturday confirming that peace has been restored in Suti and Samserganj regions of Jangipur, located in Murshidabad district.
Law enforcement successfully managed to disperse a disorderly crowd that had become aggressive during protests against the Waqf (Amendment) Act.
Taking to X, West Bengal police posted, "The situation in Suti and Samserganj areas of Jangipur is now under control. The unruly mob has been dispersed by effective police action. Traffic has returned to normalcy on the national highway. Strict action will be taken against those who have resorted to violence. Raids are being conducted to arrest the troublemakers. Legal action will also be initiated against rumour-mongers trying to spread misinformation. We request all not to heed rumours and keep calm."
Law enforcement authorities bolstered security measures in Jangipur on Saturday after protests turned violent, resulting in damage to public assets. A senior police officer confirmed that the unrest stemmed from demonstrations against the Waqf (Amendment) Act, but confirmed that order has been restored in the area.