A complaint has been filed against former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee over remarks made during a sit-in protest at Dharmatala
June 12, 2026: A complaint has been lodged against former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee over comments she allegedly made during a sit-in protest at Dharmatala. The complainant, reportedly a businessman, accused the Trinamool Congress leader of making inflammatory remarks that could disturb communal harmony.
According to the complaint, Banerjee allegedly stated, “You are safe because we are here; if we weren’t, a certain community would, in an instant…” The complainant claimed that the statement was provocative in nature and sought legal action. The exact context and interpretation of the remarks are now under scrutiny.
Based on the complaint, Hare Street Police Station has registered a case and initiated an investigation. Police officials are examining the allegations and gathering relevant material related to the speech. Further action will depend on the findings of the ongoing probe.