TMC alleges “threat” to Mamata Banerjee over BJP spokesperson’s post, political row intensifies

A fresh political controversy has erupted ahead of the second phase of the West Bengal Assembly Election 2026, with the All India Trinamool Congress alleging that a social media post by BJP spokesperson Ajay Alok amounted to a “threat” against Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. The ruling party has also questioned the response of the Election Commission of India, escalating tensions just days before polling.

The controversy began after a post made by Ajay Alok on social media, in response to a video shared by BJP IT cell head Amit Malviya, drew sharp reactions. TMC shared a screenshot of the comment, alleging that the language used was derogatory and carried an implicit threat directed at the Chief Minister. The post reportedly included remarks suggesting that those who “do not understand words” should be dealt with differently, while tagging Mamata Banerjee.

Adding to the tension, the role of police observer Ajay Pal Sharma, appointed from Uttar Pradesh, has also come under scrutiny. His strong statements during election monitoring in South 24 Parganas had already sparked criticism. The BJP, however, publicly praised Sharma’s approach, further intensifying the political divide over law enforcement conduct during the election period.

Reacting strongly, the Trinamool Congress accused the BJP of promoting an aggressive political culture and alleged that such rhetoric reflects a broader pattern. The party claimed that this type of language raises serious concerns about political discourse and safety, particularly for women leaders. TMC leaders asserted that the electorate would respond through the ballot, with the outcome expected on May 4.

In response to the allegations, Ajay Alok denied any intent of issuing threats and countered the claims through his own statement. As the second phase of voting approaches, the controversy has added another layer of political friction, with both sides trading accusations and the focus shifting to whether the matter will have any impact on voter sentiment in the final phase.