The Union Minister of State for SJ&E Pratima Bhoumik on Sunday lambasted on the West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee over the rape and murder of junior doctor in R.G Kar Medical College and Hospital and labelled Mamata Banerjee as ‘crime queen’.
Addressing a press conference here at Agartala BJP party headquarter on Sunday, Bhoumik alleged, “Women are not safe under the rule of Mamata Banerjee led government, which is hijacked by the TMC goondas.” She further alleged that crime against women is increasing in Bengal under the rule of TMC.
“After the incident in R.G Kar hospital, Mamata Banerjee has send at least 7000 TMC goondas in the hospital to wipe off all evidences of the rape and murder of innocent junior doctor. Also the government had transferred the Medical Super of the hospital Sandip Ghosh in a better hospital as a gift to him within 4 hours of the incident, whereas a section of doctors who were protesting the incident were transferred to interior part,” Bhoumik alleged, adding that Mamata Banerjee, being a women chief minister and home minister and also the health minister had failed to ensure safety and security for women in West Bengal.
She said, “Mamta Banerjee should immediately resign from her post to ensure safety and security for women in Bengal as she has been working so far as a crime queen in Bengal.”
On the other hand, the BJP state spokesperson person Subrata Chakraborty accused the opposition CPI(M) in Tripura of orchestrating violence that led to the death of one of its workers, Asish Paul on the day of panchayat poll counting on August 12 last.
He alleged, “Asish Paul, a dedicated worker from the Sonamura Mandal in the Sepahijala district, sustained severe head injuries after being allegedly assaulted by CPIM supporters. He was immediately rushed to GBP Hospital, where he battled for his life and succumbed to the grievous injury on August 17 last.”
In response to the incident, senior BJP leader and former Union Minister Pratima Bhoumik called for strict legal action against those responsible. “The attackers used a sharp weapon and inflicted severe injuries on his head, leading to profuse bleeding. We extend our heartfelt condolences to his family and vow to pursue justice for him,” Bhoumik asserted.
Tripura Govt contemplating to boost tourism: Minister Sushanta Chowdhury
The state transport and tourism minister Sushanta Chowdhury on Thursday said that the government is contemplating to make tourism as an alternate means of livelihood in the state. Adequate fund has been allocated for further developing the tourism sector, he added.
Imports from B’desh to Tripura increase, exports largely decline: Minister
Imports from Bangladesh into Tripura increased but exports from the northeastern state of India to the neighbouring country substantially declined, state Industries and Commerce Minister Santana Chakma told the Assembly on Thursday.
67 percent households in AMC areas connected with drinking water supply: CM Dr Manik Saha
Chief Minister Dr Manik Saha on Thursday claimed that at least 67% households were connected with drinking water supply in the areas of Agartala Municipal Corporation.
Boy drowns in Muhuri River during Baruni bathing ritual
In a tragic incident, Sayan Pal (18), a 12th-standard student from Arya Colony, Belonia, drowned in the Muhuri River while participating in the holy Baruni bathing ritual on Wednesday afternoon.
Innovative projects launched to supply drinking water from Dumbur: CM
Chief Minister Prof. Dr. Manik Saha today said that several innovative projects have been set up based on the reserved water of the Dumbur water reservoir, making it possible to provide drinking water connections to many families through pipelines.
Govt undertaken measures to increase Howrah river’s navigability: Tripura CM
Chief Minister Prof. Dr. Manik Saha today said that the state government has undertaken a series of measures to permanently address flooding in Agartala city by increasing the navigability of the Howrah River.
Tripura Assembly witnesses spat over minister's 'racist' remark against LoP
The Tripura Assembly witnessed a noisy scene for the fourth day on Thursday over Parliamentary Affairs Minister Ratan Lal Nath's alleged racist remarks against Leader of the Opposition (LoP) Jitendra Chaudhury.
Centre Releases Rs 240.5 Crore to Tripura for Urban Planning Reforms
Chief Minister Prof. Dr. Manik Saha today announced that the Ministry of Finance has released Rs 240.5 crores to Tripura for achieving urban planning reforms.