Kolkata, July 21: Political rhetoric has intensified ahead of Martyrs’ Day, celebrated on July 21 in West Bengal. Minister Dr. Indranil Khan has reopened discussions surrounding the 1993 incident, criticizing the Congress and Trinamool Congress for their political maneuvers. He accused the previous state government of failing to conduct a fair investigation into the 1993 events over the past 15 years.
In an interview, Dr. Khan pointed out that Mamata Banerjee served as Chief Minister for 15 years and held the Home Department. If she had truly intended to investigate the 1993 incident, it could have been done. He noted that Banerjee made significant promises regarding issues like Nandigram and Singur but failed to fulfill them. If she were genuinely serious, she could have ordered an investigation on Martyrs’ Day to ensure action against the guilty.
Regarding the Martyrs’ Day event on July 21, the minister stated that it was originally a Congress program, which the Trinamool Congress later transformed into a political event. Instead of paying tribute to the martyrs, the day has been used for political speeches and criticism of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The focus has shifted to entertainment and cultural performances, lacking the necessary seriousness to honor the martyrs.
When asked about various political parties celebrating Martyrs’ Day separately in Kolkata, Dr. Khan criticized the Congress for collaborating with parties previously accused of firing on martyrs. He argued that if the Congress truly respected the martyrs, it would not form such political alliances. He also accused the Trinamool Congress of lacking a clear ideology or long-term political vision, reducing Martyrs’ Day to a mere political event.
In response to claims from martyr families that their names are being politicized, the minister remarked that political gains have been sought in the name of martyrs for years. Both Congress and Trinamool Congress have exploited the issue for their political interests. If the government were serious, it could have completed the investigation into the incident and taken action against those responsible.
Reacting to recent statements from Trinamool Congress leaders Madan Mitra and Abhishek Banerjee, Indranil Khan suggested that the party leaders should clarify the truth behind their mutual accusations. He emphasized that if leaders are making serious allegations against each other, they should publicly address the veracity of those claims. Investigations into cases like the coal scam, alleged animal trafficking, and recruitment scams are already underway. According to him, the law will take its course in these matters, and all involved parties must present their cases.
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