A police complaint has been filed against Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader and Diamond Harbour MP Abhishek Banerjee over a social media post that has been termed 'highly irresponsible' by the complainant. The complaint was lodged at Bhowanipur Police Station in Kolkata by one Arnab Kanti Das, who accused Banerjee of making a post that could potentially incite unrest or spread misinformation.
Details of the Complaint
According to the complaint, the social media post shared by Abhishek Banerjee on his official handles contained statements that were deemed inflammatory and against public interest. The complainant, Arnab Kanti Das, alleged that the post violated the norms of responsible conduct expected from a public representative. The exact nature of the post has not been disclosed yet, but sources indicate it pertains to ongoing political developments in the state.
Legal Action Sought
The complainant has urged the police to take appropriate legal action against Banerjee under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code, including those related to promoting enmity between different groups and statements conducing to public mischief. The Bhowanipur Police Station has registered the complaint and initiated a preliminary inquiry into the matter.
Political Reactions
The incident has sparked a fresh political controversy in West Bengal, with the ruling TMC dismissing the complaint as politically motivated. Party spokespersons have argued that Banerjee's post was taken out of context and that the complainant has links to opposition parties. Meanwhile, opposition leaders have called for a thorough investigation, emphasizing that no one is above the law.
This is not the first time Abhishek Banerjee has faced legal scrutiny over his social media activity. In the past, several cases have been filed against him for alleged defamatory or provocative posts. The current development adds to the tense political atmosphere in the state ahead of upcoming local body elections.
The police are expected to examine the post in detail and may summon Banerjee for questioning if required. Further updates are awaited as the investigation progresses.
