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West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee attended the consecration ceremony of the Jagannath Temple in Digha, calling it a divine experience. BJP leaders Sukanta Majumdar and Suvendu Adhikari criticized her, alleging political motives behind the temple event. The controversy follows recent communal violence in Murshidabad, where Hindu families reportedly fled due to unrest. The incident has intensified the ongoing political feud between TMC and BJP in West Bengal.

Key Points: Mamata Banerjee Attends Digha Jagannath Temple Pran Pratishtha Ceremony

  • Mamata Banerjee performs aarati at newly consecrated Jagannath Temple in Digha
  • BJP accuses her of politicizing religion ahead of elections
  • Suvendu Adhikari calls her "anti-Hindu" over Murshidabad migration
  • Violence in Murshidabad sparks political blame game
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West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee attends 'Pran Pratishtha' ceremony of Shri Jagannath Temple in Digha

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee participates in Jagannath Temple consecration amid BJP criticism over Hindu migration and election motives.

"A moment to be cherished forever. The first glimpse of Lord Jagannath enshrined in the Garbhagriha will remain etched in my heart. - Mamata Banerjee"

Purba Medinipur, April 30

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Wednesday attended the 'Pran Pratishtha' ceremony of Shri Jagannath Temple in Digha.

Later, in a post on X, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee gave the first glimpse of Lord Jagannath enshrined in the temple.

https://x.com/MamataOfficial/status/1917527036744327464

"A moment to be cherished forever. The first glimpse of Lord Jagannath enshrined in the Garbhagriha of the Jagannath Temple in Digha will remain etched in my heart. I felt my spirit stir with the divine radiance emanating from the sacred idol. I had the privilege of performing the aarati and invoking the blessings of the Lord of the Universe upon our Ma, Mati, Manush," CM Banerjee said on X.

On April 27, Union Minister and West Bengal BJP President Sukanta Majumdar asserted that Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee was trying to win the upcoming state Assembly elections by "climbing on the shoulders" of Lord Jagannath.

"Police did not reach Murshidabad for 4 hours, and because of this, Chandan and Hargobind Das were killed. On one side, you are killing Hindus, and on the other side, you are constructing temples. Constructing temples or mosques is not the job of the government. For the Ayodhya Ram temple, funds were raised by the people. For the Jagannath Temple in Digha, people should raise funds. Why does the state government have to get involved in this? Mamata Banerjee is trying to win the elections by climbing on the shoulders of Lord Jagannath," Majumdar told reporters.

Leader of the Opposition in the West Bengal Assembly and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Suvendu Adhikari had blamed Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee for the 'migration' of Hindu families from Murshidabad.

Adhkari, while speaking to ANI, criticised the TMC-led West Bengal government over the new Jagannath temple in Digha, alleging that Mamata Banerjee is anti-Hindu and is responsible for Hindus' migration from Murshidabad.

"Mamata Banerjee is a fake Hindu. Do not mislead Hindu people. The Hindus make Hindu temples. Mamata Banerjee is anti-Hindu. Because of her, the Hindu people of Murshidabad are migrating from here," Adhikari said.

Violence erupted on April 11 in Murshidabad, a Muslim-majority district, during a protest against the Waqf (Amendment) Act. The protest turned violent, resulting in two deaths, several injuries, and property damage. Thousands of people fled their homes in search of safety.

The protest later spread to other districts, including Malda, South 24 Parganas, and Hooghly, where incidents of arson, stone-pelting, and road blockades were reported.

- ANI

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Rajesh K.
Why is everything seen through political lens? If CM attends a temple ceremony, let it be. We Bengalis have always celebrated Jagannath culture - from Puri to Digha. Politics aside, this temple will boost tourism in our coastal areas. 🙏
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Priya M.
The timing is suspicious, no doubt. After Murshidabad violence, suddenly temple inauguration? But at the same time, we shouldn't question anyone's personal faith. Government should focus equally on maintaining law and order across communities.
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Sourav G.
As someone from Digha, we welcome the temple wholeheartedly! This area needed a spiritual center. But BJP leaders should stop making inflammatory statements. Both sides playing vote bank politics with religion is dangerous for Bengal's harmony.
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Ananya B.
The real issue is Murshidabad violence being ignored. Hindus AND Muslims suffered there. Instead of temple-mosque debates, why isn't Mamata didi ensuring safety for all? Bengal's culture is about peaceful coexistence - politicians are destroying this legacy.
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Debashish R.
Whether TMC or BJP, all use religion for votes. But as a devotee, I'm happy about the new Jagannath temple. Puri is too far for many Bengalis. Just hope the temple remains a spiritual place, not a political battleground. Jai Jagannath! 🚩
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Mitali S.
The photos of the ceremony look beautiful. Regardless of politics, our traditions must be preserved. But I worry - will this temple become another symbol of division? Bengal's strength has always been in its syncretic culture. Don't let politicians break that.

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