Union Minister Giriraj Singh criticized West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, likening her actions to historical despots. Singh accused Banerjee of favoring a specific community for political reasons, drawing parallels to Tughlaq and Aurangzeb. He claimed Banerjee aims to stay in power with the support of Bangladeshi Muslims, but asserted that the people of West Bengal are now aware of her alleged motives.
Singh further alleged that Banerjee promotes the influx of individuals from Bangladesh, with intentions to transform West Bengal into another Bangladesh. He compared her to Humayun, suggesting she is facilitating the construction of Babri Masjid. Singh warned Banerjee about the repercussions of her actions, invoking the name of Mahadev in response to what he perceives as her misdeeds.
In response to the Election Commission’s actions in West Bengal, Banerjee criticized the body, labeling it a “Tughlaqi Commission” and accusing it of bias towards the BJP. She expressed solidarity with state officials facing penalties from the Election Commission, promising full protection to those affected. Banerjee’s use of the term “Tughlaqi” was a pointed reference to the historical ruler Muhammad bin Tughlaq known for his erratic governance.
Amidst escalating political tensions, JD(U) national spokesperson Rajeev Ranjan Prasad also condemned Banerjee, questioning her leadership and suggesting a lack of public confidence in her. Prasad asserted that Banerjee’s attempts to divert attention through irrelevant issues would not sway the electorate. He characterized the situation in West Bengal as chaotic, hinting at the challenging political landscape ahead of the upcoming elections.
