Mamata Banerjee Condemns Communal Intimidation at Kolkata Gita Recital

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee criticized the assault on food vendors at a Gita recital in Kolkata, denouncing acts of communal intimidation and emphasizing that the BJP's approach of promoting division won't be tolerated in the state. Arrests related to the incident have been made.

In a strong denunciation of recent events in Kolkata, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee addressed a public gathering, vehemently condemning the assault on two food vendors during a Gita recital. Banerjee made it clear that her administration would not tolerate acts of communal intimidation, affirming that all accused individuals have been apprehended.

The Chief Minister took aim at the BJP, accusing the party of attempting to infuse a culture of division within the state. She emphasized her commitment to harmony across all religions and questioned the necessity of public events purely centered around religious texts for political motives.

Kolkata Police acted swiftly, arresting three individuals connected to the incident, which occurred at the 'Paanch Lokkho Konthe Gita Paath' event. The arrests followed the verification of video evidence and complaints made by the victims, who were reportedly attacked at the event.

(With inputs from agencies.)