Abhishek Banerjee Warns West Bengal Cops Amid Political Row Over Indranil Sen's Arrest

Trinamool Congress national general secretary Abhishek Banerjee on Thursday issued a warning to police officers whom he accused of targeting party workers to please West Bengal chief minister Suvendu Adhikari. Banerjee stated that those responsible would face consequences when his party returned to power.

Speaking on Thursday, Banerjee claimed he was maintaining a list of names and asserted that officers acting at the behest of the chief minister would be held accountable in two years. He alleged that several police personnel implicated thousands of TMC workers in false cases to secure favourable postings. He specifically referenced an IPS officer in Paschim Medinipur, accusing the officer of targeting TMC workers.

Context of the Political Confrontation

• Indranil Sen's Arrest: The remarks follow the arrest of former minister Indranil Sen over alleged financial irregularities.
• Investigation Details: The case involves MassArt Society, which investigators suspect collected money between 2022 and 2025 through passes for Durga Puja preview shows while allegedly creating a false impression of a UNESCO association.
• Political Allegations: Suvendu Adhikari alleged that the investigation could reach prominent political figures, including former chief minister Mamata Banerjee. In response, Abhishek Banerjee accused the ruling party of jailing those who refused to compromise while sparing individuals who joined the BJP.

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