Baby Chakraborty, KalimNews, 28 September 2024, Calcutta – Trinamool Congress youth leader Rajanya Halder has been suspended for producing a film about the controversial RG tax incident, deemed “anti-party.” The film’s producer and Halder’s husband, Thanhik Chakraborty, also a leader within the Trinamool Chhatra Parishad, has faced similar consequences. Despite their suspensions, both Halder and Chakraborty remain steadfast in their commitment to the short film project.
The controversy erupted following the release of the film’s poster on Friday, which has drawn criticism from within the party. Trinamool Congress leaders have expressed disapproval, arguing that creating a film on such a sensitive topic undermines the party’s stance. However, Halder has publicly stated that they will not alter their film, emphasizing, “No changes are being made in our project.”
In a defiant response to her suspension, Halder questioned the party’s decision-making process. “It was not a matter of taking permission from the party!” she declared. She further challenged the standards applied to her case by asking, “When Kunal Ghosh writes songs or when Dev makes movies, do they seek permission from the team?” Halder argued that filmmakers should be allowed the creative freedom to portray relevant historical contexts without seeking prior approval, asserting that such restrictions would diminish the significance of their work.
This situation underscores the tensions within the Trinamool Congress as it grapples with dissent from its ranks over creative expression and political sensitivity. The outcome of this controversy remains to be seen as both Halder and Chakraborty continue to advocate for their project amidst increasing scrutiny.