Illegal Construction Removed Outside Abhishek Banerjees Residence, Local Residents Celebrate

Kolkata, November 12 (Daily Kiran) : In Kolkata, the removal of illegal constructions on the footpath outside the residence of TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee has sparked significant discussion. The action, taken by local authorities, has been welcomed by Ritabrata Banerjee, the leader of the opposition in the West Bengal Assembly, who commended the administration for its decision.

Ritabrata Banerjee criticized the mindset that has developed under Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee’s leadership, which he claims has led to the privatization of public properties. He noted that footpaths have been treated as private property, with reports of gates being installed on them. The opposition leader expressed his disbelief that such encroachments were allowed to flourish.

Having been familiar with the area since 1998, Ritabrata recalled that during his political activities from 1998 to 2005, he never observed such constructions. He lamented the transformation of the area after 2011, which he described as turning into a fortress. Following the demolition, he stated that local residents are now celebrating and appreciating the administration’s efforts.

He also commented on Abhishek Banerjee’s recent complaint to the Election Commission regarding security concerns and potential attacks. Ritabrata referenced a past incident from 2021, where Abhishek reportedly claimed he did not need security as the public would protect him. This raised questions for Ritabrata, who wondered why Abhishek was avoiding his constituency if the people were indeed supportive.

In a sarcastic tone, he suggested that Abhishek might as well write to the United Nations Secretary-General about his grievances. However, he clarified that he was unaware of whether such a letter had been sent. He emphasized that Abhishek and the TMC leadership’s political status is now clear to the people of Bengal.