BJP MP Bansuri Swaraj Criticizes TMC for Gherao of Judicial Officers in West Bengal
Bansuri Swaraj slams TMC over gherao of judicial officers in West Bengal
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BJP Member of Parliament Bansuri Swaraj condemned the Trinamool Congress (TMC) for allegedly confining seven judicial officers during the electoral roll revision in Malda district, West Bengal. She described the incident as a threat to democracy and called for government intervention, while the Supreme Court criticized the state's administration for its inaction.
- 01Bansuri Swaraj criticized the TMC for allegedly gheraoing judicial officers.
- 02The incident occurred during the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in Malda district.
- 03Swaraj called the event a serious threat to democracy.
- 04The Supreme Court condemned the West Bengal administration's inaction.
- 05The court described West Bengal as the 'most polarised State'.
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BJP MP Bansuri Swaraj has sharply criticized the Trinamool Congress (TMC) for the alleged gherao of seven judicial officers in Malda district, West Bengal, during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls on April 1, 2026. She described the incident as a serious threat to democracy, emphasizing that such actions should not be tolerated. Swaraj raised the issue in the Lok Sabha, urging the Union government to take a firm stance against this 'anarchy'. The Supreme Court also weighed in, criticizing the West Bengal administration for its failure to act on the incident, indicating a broader concern about the political climate in the state. The court's remarks highlighted West Bengal as the 'most polarised State', reflecting ongoing tensions and challenges within its political landscape.
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The incident raises concerns about the safety and independence of judicial officers in West Bengal, potentially affecting public trust in the electoral process.
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