Sukanta Majumdar and several BJP MPs detained during protest at Banga Bhawan over attacks on temples in Bengal

Union Minister and West Bengal BJP chief Sukanta Majumdar, along with several BJP MPs and workers, was detained by police on Friday during a protest outside Banga Bhawan in Delhi. The demonstration was held against alleged attacks on temples in West Bengal. BJP leaders carried placards and raised slogans before police intervened and took them into custody.

Before being detained, Majumdar alleged, "Mamata Banerjee had a plan to create disturbance today only, to cover up the corruption case that is coming to the surface. She is creating a communal environment everywhere in the state. She knows that Muslims can be polarised easily." He further claimed, "Hindus are being attacked, temples are being demolished, and riots are taking place."

When asked about restrictions on Ram Navami celebrations in Bengal, Majumdar said, "Hindus have been celebrating Ram Navami for years without needing anyone's approval. Mamata Banerjee doesn't have the courage to stop it this time either." He also accused the West Bengal Chief Minister of "pseudo-secularism," stating, "Mamata Banerjee participates in the Namaz of Eid. But when you ask her to come to Prayagraj, she will call it 'Mrityu Kumbh'."

Earlier, Mamata Banerjee questioned claims that the Maha Kumbh occurs once in 144 years, stating, "After 144 years, Mahakumbh will come. This is not right. If I'm wrong, correct me. As per my knowledge, the punya snan (holy dip) system comes every year." She referred to the ongoing Kumbh as "Mrityu Kumbh," saying, "I respect Mahakumbh, I respect the holy Ganga Maa. But there is no planning. How many people have been recovered?"