Mamata Banerjee Mourns the Passing of Former Minister Ujjwal Biswas, Critiques Governments Actions

Kolkata, November 11 (Daily Kiran) : Former West Bengal minister and prominent political figure Ujjwal Biswas has passed away, prompting an outpouring of grief from former Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. Biswas, who had a long and impactful career in public service, was a dedicated leader of the Trinamool Congress.

In a heartfelt message shared on social media platform X, Banerjee described Biswas as a close ally and trusted companion throughout her political journey. She expressed that his loss represents a profound personal tragedy for her, stating, “I am deeply saddened and distressed by his passing. He was not just a colleague in public life but a cherished friend with whom I shared years of trust and camaraderie.”

Banerjee emphasized Biswas’s unwavering dedication to the Trinamool Congress and the people of West Bengal, noting that he devoted his life to serving the party and its constituents. “His steadfast loyalty and commitment made him an invaluable part of our family. The void left by his departure can never be filled,” she wrote.

She further reflected on the painful circumstances Biswas faced in his final months, recalling a brutal attack he endured and his subsequent imprisonment for 49 days on false charges. “I remember vividly when he came to see me and recounted the torture and humiliation he faced for standing by his political beliefs. The pain in his words will forever remain etched in my memory,” Banerjee said.

In her post, Banerjee highlighted the alarming rise of a politics of vengeance, intimidation, and persecution under the current government, particularly by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). She asserted that when political loyalty becomes a reason for oppression, and false cases are used to demoralize individuals, democracy itself is under threat. “No political rivalry can justify such cruelty. No government has the right to weaponize state machinery for political vengeance,” she stated.

Banerjee concluded her message by expressing condolences to Biswas’s grieving family, stating, “Today, a family has lost a beloved member, the Trinamool Congress has lost a dedicated soldier, and I have lost a companion with whom I shared years of trust, affection, and solidarity. May God grant them the strength to endure this immense sorrow. His courage, loyalty, and lifelong dedication to the public will always be remembered.”