Baby Chakraborty, KalimNews, 26 September 2024, Kolkata – In a scathing attack on the West Bengal Chief Minister, BJP MLA Shankar Ghosh from Siliguri has called for Mamata Banerjee’s resignation, citing her alleged involvement in shielding criminals in the state. Speaking at a public meeting in Hazra, Ghosh stirred controversy by comparing Banerjee to convicted political leaders like Lalu Prasad Yadav, asking, “If Lalu Prasad can be arrested, why not Mamata?”
The public meeting, organized with permission from the High Court, was part of the BJP’s broader protest against the RG Kar Medical College incident, where accusations of criminal activities have rocked the state’s political landscape. Ghosh, in his speech, emphasized that the demand for Banerjee’s resignation goes hand in hand with the need for accountability in the RG Kar case, where multiple allegations of corruption and mismanagement have surfaced.
“The chief minister is the main driving force behind the criminals in this state,” Ghosh asserted. “We are not just seeking punishment for the criminals involved in the RG Kar case, but also the resignation of Mamata Banerjee, who has repeatedly failed to bring law and order under control. Without her stepping down, the root cause of criminal protection will remain unaddressed.”
The RG Kar case, which has ignited political tensions in West Bengal, involves accusations of corruption and irregularities at RG Kar Medical College, leading to widespread protests from the BJP. The state’s BJP leaders, including Ghosh, have accused the Trinamool Congress (TMC) of shielding those involved in the alleged scandal and failing to ensure justice.
Ghosh’s reference to Lalu Prasad Yadav, the former Bihar Chief Minister who was arrested and convicted in corruption cases, marks a significant escalation in political rhetoric. His comparison suggests that, in the BJP’s view, Banerjee should face similar consequences if found culpable in facilitating or protecting criminal activities. “The law should be applied equally, and if Lalu can be arrested, there’s no reason why Mamata Banerjee should be spared from facing justice,” Ghosh stated, drawing cheers from the crowd.
The demand for Banerjee’s resignation has now become the central slogan of the BJP’s ongoing campaign in West Bengal, as the party continues to challenge the ruling TMC on issues of corruption, governance, and law enforcement. Ghosh’s remarks have added fuel to the fire, intensifying the pressure on the state government.
BJP leaders argue that Banerjee’s leadership is directly linked to the alleged criminal activities in the state, and unless she steps down, meaningful justice will remain elusive. “It is becoming clearer to the people of Bengal that the chief minister’s resignation is not just a political demand but a necessary step for justice,” Ghosh added, urging the public to rally behind the BJP’s call for change.
As the protests against the RG Kar case gather momentum, the political landscape in West Bengal is once again heating up, with the BJP positioning itself as the party demanding accountability and justice.