Lucknow/Kolkata: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has launched a scathing attack on West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee following the recent violence in Murshidabad district over the amendment to the Waqf Act. He alleged that the violence was targeted specifically at members of the Hindu community and accused the state government of shielding the perpetrators.
Addressing the media, CM Yogi claimed that three individuals from the Dalit and economically weaker sections were dragged out of their homes and killed. Terming the incident as “pre-planned violence,” he criticized the silence of opposition parties and accused them of giving a free hand to rioters.
Taking a direct jibe at Mamata Banerjee, Yogi said, “Those who call rioters ‘messengers of peace’ and remain silent during such violence are equally responsible. The ghosts of violence don’t listen to words—they need strong action.”
He also raised the issue of illegal land encroachments under the Waqf Act and said the recent amendments are aimed at returning rightful ownership to the poor. CM Yogi didn’t hold back in criticizing the Congress and Samajwadi Party either, questioning their silence on attacks against Hindus.
In a strong remark, he said, “Those who admire Bangladesh’s culture are free to go there.”
Yogi’s statement has stirred political tensions, and a response from the ruling Trinamool Congress in West Bengal is awaited.
