Leader of the Opposition in the West Bengal Assembly, Suvendu Adhikari, condemned the Mamata Banerjee government for a protest that erupted at a Special Intensive Revision (SIR) hearing center in North Dinajpur district’s Itahar. Adhikari expressed disappointment over the lack of security provided to officials during the incident, labeling it a failure on the part of the state administration.
Adhikari highlighted the disobedience of a Supreme Court order by the West Bengal Police and Administration, which mandates safeguarding electoral processes and officials. He criticized the attack on poll officials, denouncing it as another instance of lawlessness under the TMC regime. The violent mob disrupted proceedings at the Itahar High School, causing chaos and destruction.
The scenes of turmoil unfolded as the mob rampaged at the hearing center, vandalizing properties and protesting against alleged harassment during SIR hearings. Adhikari accused the Police and Administration of being passive observers, allowing the unruly behavior to continue unchecked. He called out the Mamata Banerjee government for jeopardizing democracy and endangering the safety of officials and electors.
Adhikari urged the Election Commission of India to intervene promptly and take strict action against the negligent Police Officers and Administrative Officials. Similar protests had previously occurred in various parts of the state, such as at the BDO office in Murshidabad district’s Farakka, over similar issues.
