Mamata AITC accuses BJP of pursuing ‘politics of intimidation’ after MLA ‘attacked’
The Mamata All India Trinamool Congress has accused the BJP of fostering a culture of political violence following an alleged attack on MLA Bibhas Sardar. The party claims the attack was politically motivated and has questioned the impartiality of local law enforcement.
Why it matters
Rising political violence in West Bengal highlights deep-seated tensions between the ruling party and the opposition, impacting regional stability.
Mamata All India Trinamool Congress on Sunday (October 11, 2026) accused the ruling BJP of pursuing "politics of intimidation" in West Bengal after its Baruipur Purba MLA Bibhas Sardar was allegedly attacked.
The former ruling party in the state alleged that Mr. Sardar was attacked on Saturday (October 10) night when he was returning home in Joynagar in South 24 Parganas district after attending a party programme.
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