In light of recent events surrounding the murder of a trainee doctor in Kolkata, Shatrughan Sinha has come out in support of West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, praising her as a symbol of women empowerment. He criticizes the BJP for their continuous attacks and accuses them of being "desperate and frustrated." The statement comes after the Indian Medical Association condemned the violence and stated that the state government is responsible for the collapse of public order. The BJP, on the other hand, has accused the CM of mishandling the situation and delaying the transfer of the case to the CBI.
Shatrughan Sinha Extends Support to Mamata Banerjee Amidst Swirling Controversy
The recent murder of a trainee doctor in Kolkata has ignited a fierce political storm in West Bengal, with actor-turned-politician Shatrughan Sinha emerging as an unlikely ally of Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee.
Background
On May 28, 2022, Priyanka Bardhan, a trainee doctor at NRS Medical College and Hospital, was brutally murdered in her residence in Kolkata. The incident sparked widespread outrage and led to protests by the medical fraternity.
Shatrughan Sinha's Support
In the wake of the tragedy, Shatrughan Sinha, a former Union Minister and BJP member, extended his support to Mamata Banerjee. He praised her as a "symbol of women empowerment" and criticized the BJP for their "continuous attacks" on her.
Sinha accused the BJP of being "desperate and frustrated" and of trying to "create a political atmosphere" out of the incident. He urged the party to "rise above petty politics" and cooperate with the government in investigating the murder.
BJP's Accusations
The BJP, on the other hand, has accused the West Bengal government of mishandling the situation. The party's national spokesperson, Sambit Patra, alleged that the CM had "delayed the transfer of the case to the CBI" and that the state government was "responsible for the collapse of public order."
Indian Medical Association's Condemnation
The Indian Medical Association (IMA) has condemned the violence and demanded "strict action" against the perpetrators. The association has also expressed concern about the safety of doctors in the state and has called on the government to take immediate steps to protect them.
FAQs
1. Who is Priyanka Bardhan? Priyanka Bardhan was a 25-year-old trainee doctor at NRS Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata.
2. What happened to Priyanka Bardhan? Priyanka Bardhan was brutally murdered in her residence on May 28, 2022.
3. Who has been accused of Priyanka Bardhan's murder? The suspect in Priyanka Bardhan's murder is still at large.
4. What is the political significance of the incident? The incident has become a flashpoint for political rivalry between the TMC and the BJP.
5. What is the status of the investigation? The investigation into Priyanka Bardhan's murder is ongoing, and the case is likely to be transferred to the CBI.
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