When Mamata speaks Delhi trembles, says Firhad amid massive uproar in Assembly over 'mic off' row

The Trinamool Congress (TMC) has brought the "mic off" issue to the forefront in the West Bengal Assembly. The proposal for a discussion was introduced by TMC leader Manas Bhuiya, highlighting the alleged mistreatment of Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee during a recent Niti Aayog meeting where her microphone was reportedly turned off.

Chandrima Bhattacharya, a senior TMC leader, expressed strong condemnation, stating that Bengal has been disrespected by silencing the nation's only woman chief minister. She asserted that the country would not forgive this act. Firhad Hakim, another prominent TMC member, echoed these sentiments in the House, emphasizing that Mamata Banerjee is a symbol of truth and integrity. He suggested that the decision to prevent her from speaking at the Niti Aayog was premeditated, underscoring the impact of her words on the national stage, saying, "When Mamata speaks, Delhi trembles."

In response, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) protested in the assembly. Shankar Ghosh, a BJP leader, accused the Chief Minister of lying about the incident. The BJP's stance added to the controversy, intensifying the debate within the assembly.

The discussion over the "mic off" issue continues to highlight the political tensions between the state government and the central authorities, with both sides staunchly defending their positions.