'Even a 3-time CM is not safe': TMC alleges knife attack bid on Mamata Banerjee
The Trinamool Congress has alleged a security breach at the residence of former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee involving an intoxicated woman with a knife. The party has filed a formal complaint, questioning the adequacy of the Z+ security cover provided to the leader.
Why it matters
It highlights concerns over political security and law enforcement efficacy in West Bengal, fueling partisan tensions between the TMC and BJP.
NEW DELHi: Trinamool Congress (TMC) on Tuesday alleged a knife attack bid on former West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee, claiming that it could have been a conspiracy planned by the BJP.TMC MP Saket Gokhale alleged that a drug addict had reached Banerjee’s residence and attempted to attack her with a knife. He questioned the security arrangements for the former chief minister, who has Z+ category security cover.“SHOCKING NEWS: A drug addict reached Mamata Banerjee’s residence today and tried to attack her with a knife. This is the condition in Bengal where even a Z+ protectee & 3-time CM is not safe. Was this a planned conspiracy by BJP because Didi is determined to finish them off in Delhi?
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