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PM Modi condemned the attack on BJP MP Khagen Murmu and MLA Dr Shankar Ghosh in Jalpaiguri, blaming TMC for West Bengal’s poor law and order amid severe floods.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi (IMAGE: X)
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday strongly condemned the attack on BJP MP Khagen Murmu and party MLA Dr Shankar Ghosh in West Bengal, calling it “outright appalling” and a reflection of the state’s “pathetic law and order situation.”
Murmu sustained injuries after being attacked while distributing relief materials to flood-affected communities. The stone-pelting attack occurred in Jalpaiguri’s Nagrakata area, as Murmu and BJP Ghosh were on the ground assisting victims of recent heavy rains, floods, and landslides.
Reacting to the incident, PM Moid in a post on X said, “The manner in which our Party colleagues, including a sitting MP and MLA, were attacked in West Bengal for serving the people affected by floods and landslides is outright appalling. It highlights the insensitivity of the TMC as well as the absolutely pathetic law and order situation in the state.”
He criticised the Trinamool Congress (TMC) government, saying, “I wish the West Bengal Government and TMC were more focused on helping people rather than indulging in violence in such a challenging situation.”
The Prime Minister urged BJP workers to continue serving those affected by the floods and landslides. “I call upon BJP Karyakartas to continue working among the people and assist the ongoing rescue operations,” he added.
BJP leaders have alleged that the attack was orchestrated by members of the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC).
“TMC’s Jungle Raj in Bengal! BJP MP Khagen Murmu, a respected tribal leader and two-time MP from North Malda, was attacked by TMC goons while on his way to help with relief and rescue efforts,” BJP spokesperson Amit Malviya posted on X.
Critising the state government, Malviya said, “While Mamata Banerjee dances at her Kolkata Carnival, the TMC and state administration are missing in action. Those actually helping the people, BJP leaders and karyakartas, are being attacked for doing relief work. This is TMC’s Bengal, where cruelty rules and compassion is punished.”
Speaking about the incident, TMC leader and Minister of North Bengal Development said, “People who attacked did not carry any flag. BJP tried to instigate people against Mamata Banerjee; those people have now reacted against these people.”
Despite the attack, BJP leaders have pledged to carry on with their relief efforts in the flood-affected regions. Torrential monsoon rains in North Bengal have triggered landslides and flash floods, causing extensive damage to property and forcing thousands of residents to flee their homes.
October 06, 2025, 20:39 IST
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