A political dispute has emerged in West Bengal following the tension in Beldanga, Murshidabad district, after a migrant worker from the district was allegedly murdered in Jharkhand. Opposition parties like BJP, CPI(M), and Congress have criticized the Mamata government, labeling the situation as a collapse of administration. In contrast, the Trinamool Congress has called it a “well-organised conspiracy” to incite people in the district.
BJP’s national spokesperson, Sambit Patra, has accused the Trinamool Congress and Chief Minister Banerjee of engaging in politics that aims to “separate West Bengal from the country.” He highlighted the extent of appeasement politics in the state, suggesting a disregard for constitutional provisions and democratic norms.
Youth CPI(M) leader, Sataraup Ghosh, expressed concern over the escalating “lawlessness” in West Bengal, attributing it to the patronage of lawbreakers by those in power. He described the situation as a severe breakdown of law and order due to the inaction of the state government.
Former state Congress president, Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury, condemned the mistreatment of migrant workers from West Bengal but cautioned against turning protests into violence. He criticized the Chief Minister for allegedly supporting hooliganism instead of taking decisive administrative action.
Trinamool Congress spokesperson, Arup Chakraborty, acknowledged the need for the administration and police to restore order but also highlighted a suspected “well-organised conspiracy” to fuel unrest in the district. He suggested that some individuals were politicizing the situation by seeking out bodies.
Police intervened on Saturday by resorting to baton charging to disperse the crowd and clear blockades.
