Bengal's Artistic Future: TMC's Dev Urges Unity Post-Election

Actor and TMC MP Dev congratulated the BJP on their West Bengal assembly win, urging the new government to safeguard artistic freedom in the Bengali film industry. He emphasized the need for unity and mutual respect within the industry while also highlighting the importance of the Ghatal Master Plan to prevent floods.

Actor-turned-politician and TMC MP Dev extended his congratulations to the BJP for their triumph in the West Bengal assembly elections, expressing hope for artistic freedom within the Bengali film industry. He urged the new leadership to prioritize unity and mutual respect in the film sector.

Amid allegations that the industry was controlled by a syndicate linked to TMC, Dev stressed the need to end divisions that had plagued the film community. He highlighted cinema’s crucial role in Bengal's cultural identity and pressed the government to ensure a thriving creative environment.

Dev also advocated for the completion of the Ghatal Master Plan, necessary to protect against recurrent floods affecting his constituency. He pledged continued support for the industry's growth, despite speculations about his political allegiance, affirming his commitment to both acting and political responsibilities.