Political Sparks Ignite Over West Bengal's Electoral Rolls Dispute

Tensions flared as West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee protested in Delhi, opposing the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. She accused the Election Commission of arrogance and bias, while BJP leaders alleged her actions are a 'drama' to distract from her political challenges at home.

Tensions are escalating in India as West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee criticizes the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, claiming it disadvantages her party. After storming out of a meeting with the Chief Election Commissioner in Delhi, Banerjee accused the poll panel of acting as a 'middleman' for the BJP.

The confrontation continued as Banerjee alleged police harassment of SIR-affected families outside Banga Bhawan, though the Delhi Police refuted these claims, citing her security detail. Senior BJP leaders, including Giriraj Singh and Amit Malviya, countered her protests, deeming them political 'drama' amid forthcoming West Bengal assembly elections.

BJP figures criticized Banerjee for ignoring a local tragedy at the Wow! Momo factory to focus on perceived grievances related to SIR. In a politically charged atmosphere, accusations have been thrown, reflecting the high stakes of West Bengal's electoral politics.

(With inputs from agencies.)