West Bengal Chief Minister Accuses Opposition of Undermining Hindu Culture
CM Suvendu Adhikari criticizes previous governments for damaging Hindu traditions and vows to isolate political opponents.
Kolkata, November 12 (Daily Kiran) : West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari reaffirmed his commitment to politically isolate “atheist communists” and the “Jamaat-backed Trinamool Congress” during an event in Howrah district on November 12. He accused these groups of undermining traditional Hindu religious practices and cultural heritage in the state.
Speaking at a distribution event for Chhath Puja materials, Adhikari claimed that both the Communist Party and the Trinamool Congress (TMC) had disrespected Hindu traditions, weakening the state’s cultural identity. He stated, “Communists ruled West Bengal for 34 years. They call themselves atheists and do not respect traditional Hindu customs. The TMC has also harmed our traditions during its 15 years in power, even inaugurating Durga Puja pandals and idols during Pitru Paksha.”
The Chief Minister referenced incidents of stone-pelting during Ram Navami processions across the state, blaming previous administrations for failing to protect traditional religious practices. He declared, “I will continue to work to isolate the atheist communists and Jamaat-backed TMC from the people of West Bengal, ensuring these forces never return to our land.”
Adhikari also launched a sharp critique against former Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, alleging that her government discriminated against residents from other Indian states while maintaining close ties with illegally settled Bangladeshis. He remarked, “For Mamata Banerjee, people from other states who have lived in West Bengal for years are considered ‘outsiders,’ while illegally settled Bangladeshis are treated as close allies.”
Furthermore, he claimed that members of the previous TMC government had illegally transferred over ₹20,000 crores abroad in the last 15 years. He warned of legal action against those involved, promising imprisonment for offenders.
The Chief Minister pledged to reclaim government lands that were illegally occupied during the TMC’s rule. He vowed to demolish any illegal constructions on these properties and utilize the reclaimed land for housing projects aimed at economically weaker sections.
Reflecting on recent festivals, from Durga Puja to Kali Puja, Adhikari noted that people from various linguistic communities celebrated together. He accused the previous state government of dividing people along linguistic lines but asserted that conditions have improved.
He also referenced the results of recent by-elections in Nandigram and Reginagar, suggesting these outcomes indicate a shift in the political perspective of Muslim voters, who are beginning to see the Bharatiya Janata Party as a non-adversary.
