The proposed relocation of the historic Bankra Mosque inside Kolkata's Netaji Subhas
The proposed relocation of the historic Bankra Mosque inside Kolkata's Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport has sparked protests in Bangladesh, where demonstrators raised life-threatening slogans against Sourav Sikdar, a BJP MLA. Protesters oppose restrictions on Friday prayers and demand religious practices continue. Sikdar supports mosque relocation due to operational and security concerns. Videos show protesters calling for Sikdar's hanging. The West Bengal government defends the decision, citing national security and airport expansion needs. Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari emphasizes that security cannot be compromised.
13 JUL 2026
— The Hindu
On July 12, 2026, Suvendu Adhikari, Chief Minister of West Bengal, stated
— Indian Express
Aviation security officials suspended prayers at the Bankra mosque due to concerns about civilian access across active aircraft taxiways.
17 JUL 2026
· THIS STORY — NDTV
Bangladesh protesters have escalated their campaign against Kolkata MLA Sourav Sikdar, demanding his death for his support of the mosque relocation.
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