BJP urges Bengal governor to release detained students, party trades barbs with TMC over Bandh phone call

West Bengal BJP president Sukanta Majumdar on Wednesday condemned police action against student protesters during the 'Nabanna Abhijan' march in Kolkata and neighboring Howrah on Tuesday and wrote to Governor Ananda Bose, Demand their “unconditional release”.

Highlighting the “excessive use of force by the police”, he wrote: “Out of due respect, I write to draw your attention to the recent incident of excessive use of force by the police against peaceful student activists during the Nabanna Abhijan protests. By Parshim Banga Chhatra Samaj An unknown number of students were detained in Howrah, Kolkata and other parts of West Bengal.

“In this case, police actions appear to be disproportionate and unprovoked, undermining the democratic values ​​that we uphold as a nation. In light of these serious concerns, I sincerely request that you take the necessary steps immediately to address these police excesses.” question. Furthermore, I urge you to instruct the state police to unconditionally release all student activists currently detained as their detention violates their democratic rights,” he added.

What happened during “Nabanna Abhijan”

Mass violence erupted on the streets of Kolkata and neighboring Howrah on Tuesday afternoon, marring calls for justice for the victims of RG Kr Hospital after protesters headed to Nabana, the West Bengal secretariat, clashed with police at multiple stopping points Fierce conflict.

The violence lasted for nearly four hours and resulted in injuries to many people on both sides, including senior police officers and female protesters.

Police said more than 200 people were arrested across the state.

Protesters threw rocks and glass bottles at police at several locations, causing their progress to be blocked. Police said 15 Kolkata policemen and 14 state policemen were injured in the clashes.

Police launched a massive charge, firing water cannons and throwing tear gas shells to disperse the militant crowd that poured in from various gathering points in Nabana. The march to the secretariat was organized by the newly formed student body Chatra Samaj.

BJP's Bengal Bandh appeal

The Bharatiya Janata Party started its 'Bangla Bandh' event at 6 am to protest against the police action against the participants of 'Nabanna Abhijan'. Daily life in some parts of West Bengal has been affected to some extent. In Kolkata, the busyness on the roads on weekday mornings has disappeared, with fewer buses, rickshaws and taxis. Although markets and shops remain open, the number of private cars has also dropped significantly.

Schools and colleges remain open, while in most private offices, attendance is low as employees are asked to work from home. In Babanipur, BJP MP Agnimitra Pal urged people with folded hands not to take out their vehicles.

BJP workers demonstrated in support of Bandh at Bongaon station in North 24 Parganas, Gocharan station in South 24 Parganas and Murshidabad station. There was a tense atmosphere at Barrackpore station in North 24 Parganas when BJP supporters and TMC workers came face to face.

TMC, BJP lock horns over Bengal issue

The 12-hour long strike has triggered political clashes with TMC and BJP leaders busy in a war of words. While BJP leaders condemned the police and state government's action against the protesters, TMC leaders alleged that the BJP wanted to create chaos in the state.

“We are seeking support from people. It should come from people's hearts. We are not forcing people, we are just asking them to support our bandh. Yesterday, the police tased me,” said BJP leader Agnimitra Paul. With torture. They threw rocks and we even have a picture of them using tear gas and water cannons.

“WB Police tried to stop @BJP4Bengal workers from imposing #BangalBandh at Mankundu station in Hooghly district. It was then that common people got off the train, joined the bandh and ensured that the train stayed on the tracks. The people of Bengal are winning. Mamata Banerjee Losing…” wrote Amit Malviya, spokesperson of the Bharatiya Janata Party on X.

Union Minister and Bharatiya Janata Party chief JP Nadda launched a scathing attack on West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, accusing her of “crossing all limits of cruelty and dictatorship” in the state. He condemned the violence and repression unleashed by the Mamata Banerjee government and its police force on doctors, youth and women in West Bengal, calling their actions not only regrettable but also a disgrace to humanity.

BJP president Nadda highlighted Mamata Banerjee's silence on the brutal rape case in West Bengal in which a woman's dignity was shattered and the victim's parents were misled.

TMC leader Mahua Moitra claimed that BJP workers were “forcibly closing high schools” and wrote: “BJP goons forcibly closed high schools today. Don't expect more from a party whose leader has an arcane degree in the entire political science. Thank you India The BJP reinforces why Bengal shuns you Jai Shri Galgotiyas.

Mamata dedicates Trinamool campaign to RG Kar victims

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Wednesday expressed her grief and solidarity with the families of the RG Kar victims.

In a post on X, CM Mamata said she dedicated the foundation day of the Trinamool Chhatra Parishad to the victims of the incident.

“Today, on the foundation day of the Trinamool Chhatra Parishad, I dedicate it to our sister, whose tragic passing away at RG Kar Hospital a few days ago we expressed our sincere condolences on the incident and seek immediate redress. Our hearts go out to My thoughts are with all women of all ages who have been victims of inhumane events,” she said in the post in Bengali.

The West Bengal Chief Minister further emphasized that students and youth play a huge role in society.

“The mission of the Students’ Union is to realize the dream of the New Day by maintaining social and cultural awareness and to inspire everyone around them with the bright pledge of the New Day. I call on everyone today to be encouraged in this effort and to remain committed. My dear students, stay healthy, stay healthy and work towards a bright future,” said Mamata Banerjee.