MP And TMC National GS Abhishek Banerjee Assaulted Near Kolkata; Stones, Shoes And Eggs Hurled
Politically motivated violence against a national leader raises serious concerns about safety and rule of law.
Abhishek Banerjee, Trinamool Congress national general secretary, was allegedly assaulted by a mob in West Bengal's Sonarpur area while visiting families of post-poll violence victims. The incident involved stones, shoes, and eggs being hurled at him, with people shouting "thief" slogans. Banerjee claimed the attack was pre-planned and demanded police protection for the victims' families. The Kolkata Municipal Corporation had previously issued notices regarding his properties.
3 JUN 2026
— Indian Express
The Trinamool Congress leadership dissolved all party committees and organizations in response to 60 of its 80 West Bengal MLAs defying the party's leadership.
— NDTV
The Trinamool Congress is experiencing a severe crisis following its West Bengal election defeat, marked by internal conflicts and leadership disputes.
— NDTV
Following a rebellion within the Trinamool Congress, Speaker Rathindra Bose approved Ritabrata Banerjee as the new Leader of the Opposition in West Bengal's assembly.
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