Abhishek Banerjee says armed individuals at airport posed security threat; Trinamool claims ‘murder bid’
Trinamool Congress leader Abhishek Banerjee claimed he faced a security threat at Kolkata airport involving armed individuals. The incident led to clashes between TMC and BJP supporters, with TMC leadership alleging a murder attempt.
Why it matters
The incident highlights the volatile political climate in West Bengal and raises concerns regarding political violence and airport security protocols.
Trinamool Congress general secretary Abhishek Banerjee on Saturday (June 20, 2026) claimed that he faced a security threat at Kolkata’s Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport on Friday (June 19, 2026) night, saying in a social media post that armed individuals “were apprehended, leading to serious questions about security”.
The article focuses heavily on the TMC's narrative and allegations, though it notes the BJP's denial of association.
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