Mamata Banerjee Accuses RSS, BJP Of “Instigating Violence In Bengal”

Kolkata:

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Saturday mentioned that Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) and the BJP are answerable for “instigating communal violence” within the state.

“RSS and BJP are those who’re instigating communal violence in West Bengal. Individuals of the state ought to be extraordinarily cautious to not get trapped of their provocations. BJP and its allies have all of the sudden turn into very aggressive in West Bengal. These allies embody RSS. These forces are utilizing the backdrop of an unlucky incident that occurred as a consequence of provocation. They’re utilizing the backdrop to play divisive politics,” mentioned the Chief Minister in her open letter.

The Chief Minister added that they (RSS-BJP) wish to “incite” riots, which might have an effect on everybody.

“We love all. We wish to keep collectively. We condemn riots. We’re towards riots. They (RSS-BJP) wish to divide us for slender electoral politics,” she mentioned.

She additionally appealed to everybody to stay calm, including that she condemns communal riots, which have to be curbed.

“The criminals behind the riots are being strongly handled. However, concurrently, we should keep away from mutual distrust and mistrust. The bulk and the minority communities should work collectively and deal with one another,” she mentioned.

The Chief Minister added that for sustaining legislation and order and for saving human lives and dignity, the state authorities have taken sturdy actions.

“Two police officers-in-charge have been eliminated. And the police are investigating the case. Additional actions shall be taken,” the Chief Minister mentioned.

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