Dilip Ghosh compares B'desh unrest with Bengal post-poll violence, TMC hits back

BJP leader Dilip Ghosh has accused West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee of supporting those spreading violence in the state, alleging a connection to the ongoing student movement in Bangladesh. Ghosh claimed that the individuals causing unrest in Bangladesh are now inciting violence in West Bengal post-elections.

Ghosh stated, "There is an atmosphere of anarchy in Bangladesh. The same people who are spreading violence in Bangladesh are doing violence in West Bengal after the elections. Mamata Banerjee is in favor of these people, so she is not saying anything about this."

In response, Trinamool Congress spokesperson Shantanu Sen sharply criticized Ghosh's statements, accusing him of attempting to polarize religion for political gain. Sen remarked, "Dilip Ghosh has lost credibility in his party. The party does not give importance to him. Now he is trying to polarize religion."

The controversy arises amidst a student movement in Bangladesh that has been ongoing for about two months, initially sparked by demands for quota reservations. The movement evolved into the 'Hasina Hatao' campaign, leading to the resignation of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. Despite her resignation and departure from the country, the violence has persisted, with numerous lives lost.