Abhishek Banerjee Attacked During Visit to Violence-Affected Families in West Bengal
During a visit to families affected by post-election violence, Trinamool Congress leader Abhishek Banerjee faced an attack in Sonarpur, West Bengal. Local residents hurled objects and verbal abuse, accusing him of being complicit in past injustices. The incident reflects ongoing tensions and political rivalries in the state.
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Trinamool Congress national general secretary Abhishek Banerjee encountered an assault from locals while visiting Sonarpur, West Bengal, to meet families impacted by post-election violence. During the altercation, unidentified individuals attacked him with stones, shoes, and eggs, shouting derogatory slogans and disrupting his visit.
Claiming a premeditated attack, Banerjee criticized the lack of police presence and vowed to stay until authorities ensured protection for the victims' families. Meanwhile, demonstrators gathered outside the residence of a deceased party worker, questioning Banerjee's motives and linking him to past injustices. The West Bengal BJP distanced itself from the incident, highlighting longstanding grievances between the parties.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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