West Bengal, once known for its rich culture, great thinkers, and the spirit of freedom, is now struggling under the rule of Mamata Banerjee. What was once a proud land of reformers and revolutionaries has now become a place where violence, corruption, and lawlessness are becoming common. People are scared, and the government is silent.
Many people are comparing today’s situation to the dark days of 1946, when violence broke out during Direct Action Day. Back then, leaders allowed mobs to go out of control. Today, in 2024, people are worried that something similar is happening under Mamata Banerjee’s leadership. Her silence on serious crimes and her politics of appeasement remind many of those frightening times.
Recently, a 72-year-old man named Hargobindo Das and his son Chandan Das were murdered in cold blood. This should have shocked the state government into action. But instead of helping or taking responsibility, Mamata Banerjee’s party, the Trinamool Congress (TMC), blamed the BJP and even the BSF. They tried to turn a tragic event into a political game, which hurt the feelings of the victims’ families and shocked the public.
The BSF was sent to help restore peace in Murshidabad after the Kolkata High Court’s orders. But instead of thanking them, the state government attacked them with words and questioned why they were there. If states start refusing to work with central forces and courts, it can break the unity of the entire country. This is not just a state problem; it’s a threat to India’s federal system.
Political violence has become a regular feature in West Bengal. It started years ago with the Congress, grew under the Communist rule, and now continues under TMC. The parties change, but the violence remains. The people who commit the violence also remain the same—only their party flags change. This shows a deep problem in Bengal’s political culture.
Unlike TMC, the BJP is trying to follow the law and take action through courts and public protests. But many people are losing patience. The Hindu majority, in particular, is feeling unsafe and ignored. They are now looking at the BJP as their only hope, a party that can protect them, not through violence, but with strength and justice.
Corruption has reached every corner of Bengal. The Supreme Court recently cancelled the jobs of over 25,000 teachers and staff who were hired through illegal means. Instead of apologising, Mamata Banerjee and her party defended the scam. In Bengal, people now have to pay “cut money” even to get basic things done—whether it’s building a home or getting a job. This is nothing but organised looting of the poor.
Where Are Bengal’s Intellectuals Now?
The same intellectual class that once gave India giants like Rabindranath Tagore and Swami Vivekananda has now gone quiet. Many so-called Bhadralok (elite class) now either support TMC or simply remain silent. Their hatred for the BJP has made them ignore the truth. They continue to support Mamata Banerjee despite the crimes and chaos.
Mamata Banerjee refuses to accept central government laws like the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) and the New Education Policy. She keeps painting them as anti-Bengal, even though these laws are meant to help the people. Her ministers have even insulted Hindu beliefs and national heroes. This is not just political opposition—it is dangerous rebellion.
Places like Sandeshkhali, RG Kar Medical College, and Basirhat have become examples of what happens when law and order breaks down. There are reports of harassment, violence, and political threats. If this was happening in a BJP-ruled state, the media would not stay silent. But Mamata Banerjee continues without any serious challenge, protected by friendly media and so-called intellectuals.
The people of Bengal are looking for hope. The BJP has a big responsibility. It is not just an opposition party anymore—it is the last defence against the collapse of Bengal. But to win the trust of the people, BJP must connect deeply with Bengali culture and offer a strong, positive vision for the state.
Bengal deserves a government that cares for its people, not one that stays silent during murders or spreads hate and division. Mamata Banerjee’s time has brought fear, failure, and frustration. It is time for all Indians to stand with the people of Bengal and demand better. A state that once led the country in thought and action must not be allowed to fall into darkness.
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