Ram Navami Approaches: Rising Tensions in West Bengal
As Ram Navami draws near, tensions in West Bengal have escalated once again. Over the past decade, the festival has become a political and communal flashpoint. Incidents of violence have been reported in previous years. This time, the situation is particularly charged in Malda district’s Mothabari area. A rally ahead of the festival has sparked controversy there. The Trinamool Congress (TMC) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) are engaged in a heated exchange. Accusations are flying from both sides. Meanwhile, the police have denied permission to senior BJP leaders. This includes Leader of Opposition Suvendu Adhikari and BJP state president…