Actor and Trinamool Congress MP Nusrat Jahan addressed claims on Sunday that she was silent and absent from the turmoil in Sandeshkhali, West Bengal.
Since the beginning of this month, Sandeshkhali has been in the news due to claims made by TMC chief Sheikh Shahjahan about land grabbing and sexual assault of women.
Nusrat Jahan’s Bold Response to Criticism: Unraveling the Sandeshkhali Controversy
Nusrat Jahan said that as a woman and as a public representative, she always followed her party’s guidelines and served the people.
“It is heart-wrenching waking up to such allegations,” Jahan wrote on X while sharing a newspaper report that quoted Sandeshkhali residents as saying that she had forgotten them. “As a woman, as a public representative I have always followed my parties guidelines and served the people. With the Sandeshkhali incident raging, Our Hon CM has already send Help.. and necessary steps are being taken for the welfare of the people.”
The actor-turned-politician wrote this in reply to a newspaper article that quoted villagers expressing their disappointment with Nusrat that the MP did not visit Sandeshkhali – which comes under her Lok Sabha constituency – in the last five years. “There is no cinema hall in Sandeshkhali but still we travel 40 km to see Nusrat’s movies. But she did not come once to visit us at a time like this,” a woman said as quoted in the news report.
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Since the beginning of this month, Sandeshkhali has been in the news due to claims made by TMC chief Sheikh Shahjahan about land grabbing and sexual assault of women. The arrest of Shahjahan and his advisors was demanded by women who had taken to the streets.
The area came into limelight on January 5 after an Enforcement Directorate team arrived to arrest Shahjahan was attacked by a violent mob, injuring three officials.
In Sunday’s post, Nusrat Jahan said that she has genuinely served the people in her constituency.
“We are not above the law.. thus abiding by it and supporting the administration is what one needs to do. I have genuinely served the people in my constituency, in times of joy, in times of trouble.. I act in accordance with the guidelines of my party.. and I believe we must have faith in the state govt and administration,what is wrong shall always be condemned,” she wrote on social media.
The Trinamool Congress leader further added: “We must refrain from targeting each other and come together to help create peace and not commotion. People’s security and welfare is our top priority. Rest who says what about whom does not matter. Like I said before. I’d repeat again “STOP POLITICISING”,” she said.
On Saturday, fresh protests were reported in some pockets of the trouble-torn areas of Sandeshkhali in North 24 Parganas district even as two ministers of the Trinamool Congress-led government visited the region.
A team comprising state irrigation minister Partha Bhowmick and fire and emergency services minister Sujit Bose visited some of the trouble-torn areas of Sandeshkhali, around 80 km south east of Kolkata.
“There are some grievances among the villagers. Their lands were grabbed and turned into fish farms. We are verifying the allegations. We will address them,” Bose told reporters.
The government has so far received more than 500 complaints related to land grabbing from villagers of Sandeshkhali over the past one week.
So far, 18 people, including local TMC leaders Shibaprasad Hazra and Uttam Sardar, both close aides of Shahjahan, have been arrested in connection with complaints of sexual assault, land grabbing and inciting violence in Sandeshkhali.
FAQs:
- What is the Sandeshkhali case?
Ans: The Sandeshkhali case refers to a series of events surrounding alleged political violence and clashes in the Sandeshkhali region of West Bengal, India. It involves accusations and counter-accusations between different political factions, with significant implications for the local community and the broader political scenario in the state.
- Why is Nusrat Jahan involved in the controversy?
Ans: As a Member of Parliament representing the Trinamool Congress party, Nusrat Jahan’s involvement in the Sandeshkhali case stems from her political affiliation and her role as a public figure. Her statements and actions regarding the case have drawn both support and criticism from various quarters.
- How has Nusrat Jahan responded to criticism?
Ans: Nusrat Jahan has responded to criticism regarding the Sandeshkhali case with a combination of assertiveness and diplomacy. She has defended her stance while also advocating for a peaceful resolution to the issues at hand. Her response reflects her commitment to her constituents and her responsibilities as an elected representative.
- What are the broader implications of Nusrat Jahan’s stance?
Ans: Nusrat Jahan’s response to criticism on the Sandeshkhali case carries significant implications for the political dynamics within West Bengal and beyond. It sheds light on the complexities of regional politics, the challenges faced by elected representatives, and the importance of navigating sensitive issues with tact and empathy.
- How is the Sandeshkhali controversy relevant in the larger socio-political context?
Ans: The Sandeshkhali controversy is emblematic of broader issues such as political violence, polarization, and governance challenges in India. It underscores the need for constructive dialogue, conflict resolution mechanisms, and accountable leadership to address underlying grievances and promote peace and stability in society.
