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Mamata Banerjee is finally visiting Murshidabad after a month of communal tensions that displaced hundreds of residents. The Chief Minister's delayed arrival comes amid criticism from opposition leaders and a critical report from the state Governor. Her two-day visit will include administrative meetings and site inspections of affected areas. The violence, which broke out on April 8, significantly impacted local communities and raised questions about governmental response.

Key Points: Mamata Banerjee Visits Murshidabad After Communal Violence Erupts

  • Mamata visits violence-hit Murshidabad after month-long delay
  • Communal tensions erupted on April 8 causing mass displacement
  • Governor submitted critical report to Home Ministry
  • Chief Minister to review administrative situation
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Finally Mamata Banerjee to visit violence-hit Murshidabad toda

Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee arrives in Murshidabad to assess aftermath of April communal tensions and address district concerns

"I am not going now since I want the situation to become normal there. - Mamata Banerjee"

Kolkata, May 5

Almost a month after the communal violence broke out in minority-dominated Murshidabad district of West Bengal during protests over the Waqf Act, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee will be on a two-day visit to the district from Monday.

As per the tentative schedule of the Chief Minister, she will be reaching Murshidabad's administrative headquarters of Baharampur in the evening and will have an organisational meeting.

On Tuesday, she will visit the strife-affected spots like Dhulian and Samserganj, and interact with the people there. The Chief Minister will also address an administrative review meeting at Dhulian.

The communal violence broke out in Murshidabad and a few other places on April 8. Hundreds of Hindus fled from their homes and took shelter in nearby districts. The violence continued till the High Court ordered the deployment of paramilitary forces on April 12.

Five-time former Congress Lok Sabha member from West Bengal and also the former state president of the party in West Bengal, Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury, has ridiculed the Chief Minister's late arrival at Murshidabad.

"I am sure that after coming here, she will try to give the impression that nothing major happened in Murshidabad last month," Chowdhury said.

The Chief Minister's visit to Murshidabad is happening just a day after information surfaced about Governor C.V, Ananda Bose submitting a report to the Union Ministry of Home affairs where he has highlighted various lapses and drawbacks on part of the state government in handling the communal violence in the district in particular, and West Bengal in general.

Last month, when the communal violence at Murshidabad was at its peak, the Chief Minister not only clarified why she was not visiting Murshidabad then but also requested the Governor to cancel his scheduled tour to the troubled pockets in the state.

"I am not going now since I want the situation to become normal there. Let the confidence among people be restored, and only after that will I visit the place. I will also request the Governor to refrain from Murshidabad now," the Chief Minister said last month.

However, the Governor did not honour the request. He visited the troubled pockets in Murshidabad last month and interacted with the affected people there. The Governor also visited a temporary relief camp at the Murshidabad-adjacent Malda district, where the displaced people were housed then.

- IANS

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Here are 6 diverse Indian perspective comments for the article:
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Rajesh K.
Better late than never, but Mamata Didi should have visited immediately. When people are suffering, leaders must show presence. This delay gives wrong message about priorities. Hope she brings concrete solutions, not just political speeches.
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Priya M.
Why is Bengal always in news for wrong reasons? 😔 First post-poll violence, now this. Both state and central govt need to work together instead of blame game. Common people are suffering while politicians score points.
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Amit S.
Governor did right thing by visiting immediately. CM's delayed visit shows lack of urgency. In sensitive matters like communal violence, every hour counts. Hope she at least announces proper compensation for affected families now.
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Sunita R.
As a Bengali, I'm ashamed of this situation. We pride ourselves on 'unity in diversity' but politicians keep dividing us. Mamata should have handled this better. Violence is never solution - whether in Murshidabad or anywhere else in India.
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Vikram J.
Political drama aside, what about rehabilitation? Hundreds fled homes - who will rebuild their lives? Instead of criticizing timing, media should focus on solutions. Both TMC and BJP playing politics with people's suffering. Shameful!
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Neha P.
The real issue is why violence happened over Waqf Act? We need better awareness about laws. And police should be more proactive in preventing such incidents. Hope CM's visit brings peace and proper investigation into root causes 🙏

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