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Mamata Banerjee Accuses BJP of Instilling Fear, Says Residents Can't Step Out of Homes in Bengal
✍️ NDTV
🗓 30 Sep 2026, 06:02 PM
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West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee charged the BJP with creating an atmosphere of fear, claiming many residents feel unable to leave their homes.
Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee launched a strong criticism against the Bharatiya Janata Party, asserting that its actions have generated a climate of fear across West Bengal. She used the phrase "Can't step out of home" to illustrate how ordinary citizens allegedly feel trapped in their houses.
The statement was made during a public address in which Banerjee highlighted concerns over law and order, linking the perceived intimidation to the BJP's political activities in the state. She urged the party to refrain from tactics that restrict the freedom of movement of residents.
Political analysts noted that the charge adds to the ongoing rivalry between the Trinamool Congress and the BJP ahead of upcoming elections. The opposition has repeatedly warned that such accusations could further polarise the electorate.
No official response from the BJP was recorded at the time of reporting, and authorities have not confirmed any specific incidents that would substantiate the claim. The matter remains a point of contention in Bengal's political discourse.
The statement was made during a public address in which Banerjee highlighted concerns over law and order, linking the perceived intimidation to the BJP's political activities in the state. She urged the party to refrain from tactics that restrict the freedom of movement of residents.
Political analysts noted that the charge adds to the ongoing rivalry between the Trinamool Congress and the BJP ahead of upcoming elections. The opposition has repeatedly warned that such accusations could further polarise the electorate.
No official response from the BJP was recorded at the time of reporting, and authorities have not confirmed any specific incidents that would substantiate the claim. The matter remains a point of contention in Bengal's political discourse.