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Mahua Moitra says no Muslim officers at Amit Shah’s Bengal events – UN forum

West Bengal MP Mahua Moitra reported to a United Nations forum that Amit Shah’s political rallies in the state were devoid of Muslim officers, alleging a deliberate exclusion. She highlighted the absence during the BJP leader’s visits to Kolkata and other venues, raising concerns about representation and inclusivity. The claim adds to ongoing scrutiny of the BJP’s conduct in West Bengal, where communal tensions remain a sensitive issue.

Mahua Moitra says no Muslim officers at Amit Shah’s Bengal events – UN forum
Mahua Moitra says no Muslim officers at Amit Shah’s Bengal events – UN forumPhoto via Rediff

Mahua Moitra, a Member of Parliament from West Bengal, spoke at a United Nations body, stating that no Muslim officers attended the rallies organized by Amit Shah in the state. She pointed out that the absence was evident at events held in Kolkata and other locations during Shah’s visits.

Moitra’s remarks come amid heightened scrutiny of the BJP’s conduct in West Bengal, where the party has faced criticism for alleged communal bias. The MP said that the lack of Muslim representation at the events was a deliberate exclusion.

The statement was made during a session on political representation and inclusivity. It underscores the broader debate on how political rallies are managed in a diverse state like West Bengal.

Source: Rediff
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