Violence in Bengal: A Threat to Democratic Values
Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan condemns the killing of Chandranath Rath, an aide to BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari, alleging violence perpetrated by TMC in West Bengal. Pradhan accuses Mamata Banerjee's party of using terror and intimidation to maintain power. TMC refutes claims, calling for a professional investigation.
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In a startling condemnation, Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan criticized the violent political climate under Mamata Banerjee's leadership, following the murder of Suvendu Adhikari's aide Chandranath Rath.
Pradhan described the political scene in West Bengal as one marked by a 'blood-soaked culture,' suggesting that the state's ruling party, TMC, has resorted to violent measures.
The accusations have heightened tensions, with TMC dismissing them as baseless and calling for a professional investigation into the incident.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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