Enforcement directives: On the ED raids in West Bengal
The article alleges political misuse of a central agency, raising concerns about abuse of power.
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted searches at locations linked to the Indian Political Action Committee (I-PAC) in Kolkata on January 8th, as part of an ongoing money laundering investigation. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee accused the BJP-led central government of using central agencies for political vendetta and called the raids an attack on democracy. The ED claims its officials were obstructed and documents were removed from the premises. This action follows a pattern of the incumbent at the Centre using state power to target opposition parties, raising concerns about fairness in the electoral process and the integrity of state institutions.
16 JAN 2026
— The Hindu
West Bengal's Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee accuses the BJP of inciting violence against Bengali-speaking migrant workers in BJP-ruled states.
17 JAN 2026
— The Hindu
The BJP accuses West Bengal's Chief Minister, Mamata Banerjee, of attempting to divide the state from India through illegal immigration and constitutional attacks.
— The Hindu
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee urged Chief Justice of India Surya Kant to protect the Constitution, democracy, and judiciary from threats.
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