The Trinamool Congress (TMC) responded on Wednesday to the Bharatiya Janata Get together’s (BJP) allegations of ‘jungle raj’ in West Bengal by counter-accusing “double-engine” states of fostering such an surroundings. Kunal Ghosh, TMC spokesperson, denounced the claims concerning Sandeshkhali in North 24 Parganas district, asserting that the state authorities and police have been taking crucial actions in opposition to any cases of violence.
In response to information company PTI, Ghosh criticised the BJP’s stance, stating, “We’re opposing the tirade in opposition to the state within the title of atrocities on girls.”
Ghosh highlighted that in response to central authorities knowledge, West Bengal, significantly Kolkata, is protected for ladies, countering the narrative surrounding incidents in Sandeshkhali. The Sandeshkhali area gained consideration following an altercation between Enforcement Directorate officers and supporters of TMC chief Shajahan Sheikh. Sheikh has been absconding for the reason that altercation.
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In the meantime, BJP spokesperson Gaurav Bhatia demanded West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee’s resignation amidst protests and clashes over alleged sexual harassment incidents in Sandeshkhali. Bhatia accused the TMC of presiding over lawlessness and claimed that Banerjee protects these accused of crimes. He asserted, “There may be jungle raj in West Bengal.”
Bhatia additional criticised the state authorities’s dealing with of legislation and order, pointing to the involvement of the Calcutta Excessive Courtroom in addressing the state of affairs. He referred to as for Banerjee’s resignation, stating, “Mamata Banerjee has turn out to be a ‘bhakshak’ (predator) from a ‘rakshak’ (protector).”
Bhatia remarked that it’s clear to each citizen that the rule of legislation does not exist in West Bengal. “Somewhat it’s the legislation of anarchic ruler Mamata Banerjee which prevails there, he stated.Banerjee has no proper to stay within the submit and, If she had even a bit of little bit of disgrace left, she ought to instantly tender her resignation,” he stated.
“If you don’t resign, do not underestimate folks. You may be uprooted, that’s for certain,” the BJP spokesperson commented.
In response to the BJP’s calls for, Shashi Panja, Minister for Ladies and Little one Growth, questioned the accountability of BJP ministers, significantly in states the place crimes in opposition to girls and marginalized communities are reported. Panja argued, “Why ought to the chief minister of Manipur not resign over the continued unrest in that state?”