Political Sparring Over Women's Safety: Modi vs. Banerjee

Tensions flare as Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticizes West Bengal's safety for women, sparking Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee to shift focus on Odisha and BJP's controversies. Banerjee defends swift actions in her state, alleging political patronage in reported crimes, while accusing BJP of contradictory political moves.

Tensions between India's political heavyweights escalated as Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticized West Bengal's safety conditions for women under Mamata Banerjee's administration. He cited recent violent incidents and accused the Trinamool Congress of protecting the accused.

Chief Minister Banerjee fired back at Modi, highlighting instances of violence against women in Odisha, a BJP-ruled state, and questioning the BJP's stance on women's safety. She refuted Modi's allegations, insisting on her government's prompt action against perpetrators.

In a scathing critique, Banerjee condemned the BJP's decision to award a party ticket to Karan Bhushan Singh despite allegations against his father. She described it as 'politics of proxy' and demanded accountability at a national level.

(With inputs from agencies.)