Legal trouble for Mamata Banerjee: FIR lodged against Ex West Bengal CM over alleged inflammatory and communal remarks
A First Information Report (FIR) has been registered against Trinamool Congress (TMC) chairperson and former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee over alleged inflammatory and
A First Information Report (FIR) has been registered against Trinamool Congress (TMC) chairperson and former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee over alleged inflammatory and communal remarks made during a political rally in connection with 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections, according to ANI. The FIR was lodged at Hare Street Police Station in Kolkata's Central Division on June 7, 2026, at 3:45 pm, as per the report citing police sources. The case has been registered under Sections 196(1), 351(2), and 352 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). The complainant, Tushar Kanti Das, alleged that the accused delivered a speech at the Dharna Mancha near Metro Channel in Esplanade (Dharmatala), Kolkata, on March 9. The complaint claims that the speech contained misleading remarks that could incite unrest, disturb public order, undermine communal harmony, and adversely affect the state's democratic framework. The FIR comes amid a politically charged atmosphere in West Bengal following a contentious election season marked by major political developments.
Referring to the alleged impact of the remarks on social cohesion, the complainant urged the police to take action, arguing that the speech violated electoral norms and constitutional principles. Officials said the matter is currently under preliminary investigation, with authorities beginning the process of gathering relevant evidence and reviewing the allegations. Also Read | Bengal CM vows to bring Tata Group back to state, promises industrial growth "We have received the complaint, and a case has been registered in accordance with legal procedure. All aspects of the speech and the context in which it was delivered are being thoroughly examined," a senior officer mentioned. The development has intensified the political discourse in West Bengal. Opposition parties have backed the registration of the FIR, describing it as an important measure to safeguard the rule of law and preserve the integrity of the electoral process.
The TMC, however, has dismissed the FIR as "politically motivated", claiming it is part of a broader effort to target the party's leadership. With the state adjusting to the post-election environment, the investigation remains underway. More details are likely to emerge as investigators continue examining the alleged remarks and other evidence related to the case. ‘No one will be worse than me,’ says CM Adhikari as he warns of strict action against vandalism Meanwhile, West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari on Friday delivered a strong message against vandalism and assaults on police personnel, warning that any attempt to disrupt peace and stability in the state would be dealt with firmly. He asserted that those responsible for creating disorder would face strict consequences, as per PTI. Emphasising his administration's commitment to a "zero-tolerance" approach toward violence and anti-social elements, Adhikari said law enforcement agencies would take decisive action against individuals involved in unlawful activities or those seeking to take matters into their own hands.
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