Bangla Bandh Highlights: IMA Disciplinary Committee Suspends Membership Of RG Kar Ex-Principal Sandip Ghosh

Bangla Bandh LIVE Updates: Please follow this space for all the latest updates about the Bangla bandh called by the BJP over Bengal police's action against the protestors during 'Nabanna Abhijaan'.

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Bangla Bandh LIVE Updates: Please follow this space and keep refreshing the page for all the latest updates pertaining to the Bangla Bandh called by the Bharatiya Janata Party in West Bengal agains the police action taken on protestors during the Nabanna Abhijan on Tuesday.West Bengal BJP called a 12-hour Bangla bandh on August 28 against the police action taken on students demonstrating against the Kolkata doctor's rape and murder, aiming to reach the West Bengal state secretariat, Nabanna, as part of their Nabanna Abhijan. The protest march turned chaotic in Kolkata and adjacent Howrah as hundreds gathered to demand justice for the RG Kar Hospital victim and resignation of CM Mamata Banerjee.Large-scale violence ensued on the streets of Kolkata and Howrah on Tuesday afternoon after protestors clashed with the police at multiple stoppage points. The violence lasted for around four hours, leading to several injuries on both sides.Several senior police officers and women protestors were among those who were hurt in the violent protests.  Over 200 people were arrested by the police from across the state as protestors took to incessant stone and glass bottles pelting on the police at various spots where their march was stopped.A police personnel said that fifteen personnel of the Kolkata Police and 14 from the state police force were injured in the clashes. Police had to even resort to large-scale lathi-charge, unleash water cannons, and lob tear gas shells to disperse the protestors who marched from multiple converging points at Nabanna.    BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari alleged that over 160 protestors, including 17 women, suffered injuries in the police action. Condemning the action taken by police on protestors, BJP Bengal unit president Sukanta Majumdar called a 12-hour Bangla bandh on Wednesday.State’s LoP Suvendu Adhikari also urged Governor CV Ananda Bose to "impose President’s Rule" in the state.          Following the call for bandh, Bengal government urged people not to respond to BJP’s 6am–6pm strike. "The government will not allow any bandh on Wednesday. We urge people not to participate in it. All steps shall be taken to ensure that normal life is unaffected," the chief advisor to Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, Alapan Bandopadhyay said.  The state government also issued a notification stating that all government offices would remain open and all employees, except those on leave, would have to report to office on August 28, failing which they would face show-cause for their unauthorised absence.Please stay tuned for all the latest updates pertaining to Bangla Bandh called by West Bengal BJP

28/08/2024 22:09:39

Bangla Bandh LIVE: Calcutta HC Dismisses Plea Against BJP's 12-Hour Bengal Shutdown

The Calcutta High Court on Wednesday dismissed a plea against the 12-hour 'Bangla Bandh' called by the BJP since the petitioner was debarred from filing public interest litigations (PIL) before the court in a previous order. Petitioner Sanjoy Das, who claimed to be a lawyer practicing at the high court, sought that the bandh be declared illegal.

28/08/2024 22:05:36

Bangla Bandh LIVE: 'President Said What The Voice Of Bengal's Heart Is', Says LoP Suvendu Adhikari

On BJP's call for 12-hour 'Bengal Bandh', West Bengal LoP Suvendu Adhikari says "...The way 'step down CM' slogan was raised in the entire state, the way yesterday's unpolitical 'Nabanna Abhiyan' march was seen, and the way the effect of the bandh called by BJP was seen today, after that this is an attempt to divert the issue. This is a very technical matter...The assembly Speaker and the Assembly Secretary call the session of the Assembly. She (Mamata Banerjee) has destroyed our state, it has brought jungle raj and secondly, now the business rules of the Assembly were also abolished today. I salute our President, what she said today is the voice of the heart of the people of Bengal. We the people of Bengal are suffering, especially our daughters and sisters..."

28/08/2024 19:25:48

Bangla Bandh LIVE: 'Is President Giving Statements Because Incident Happened In Bengal?' TMC's Kunal Ghosh

Following President Droupadi Murmu's remarks, TMC leader Kunal Ghosh said: "The President has said that she is worried. Similarly, we are also worried, Mamata Banerjee and Abhishek Banerjee are also worried. We also want justice. This is a social crime, but the Kolkata Police arrested the accused within 24 hours. Now, the case is being looked at by the CBI. Is the President giving statements because the incident happened in West Bengal?"  

28/08/2024 18:17:17

Bangla Bandh LIVE: Bengal BJP Prez Sukanta Majumdar Writes To Amit Shah

Union Minister and West Bengal BJP President Sukanta Majumdar wrote to Union Home Minister Amit Shah 

"I am writing to bring to your immediate attention towards the recent statements made by CM Mamata Banerjee during her address to the Student Wing of TMC today in Kolkata where she shamelessly incited gathering, declaring, 'I never sought revenge, but now, do what needs to be done.' This is nothing less than a blatant endorsement of revenge politics from the highest office in the state...I look forward to your prompt and decisive action to safeguard the interests of the citizens of West Bengal and uphold the constitutional values of our nation," the letter read.

28/08/2024 18:23:58

Bangla Bandh LIVE: IMA Suspends RG Kar Ex-Principal & Vice President Calcutta Branch Sandip Ghosh

The disciplinary committee duly constituted by the National President Dr RV Asokan, IMA HQs has unanimously decided to suspend the membership of Dr. Sandip Ghosh, Vice President, IMA Calcutta Branch.

"The disciplinary committee duly constituted by the National President Dr R V ASOKAN today suo moto considered the rape and murder of a postgraduate resident and the subsequent developments in RG Kar Medical College Kolkata. The undersigned along with the National President had also visited the parents of the victim in their home. They had put up their grievances against you in dealing with the situation as well as lack of empathy and sensitivity in handling the issue in appropriate manner befitting the responsibility held by you in your dealings with them. IMA Bengal state branch as well as certain associations of doctors also have demanded action citing the nature of disrepute brought by you to the profession on the whole. The disciplinary committee of IMA HQs has unanimously decided to suspend you forthwith from the membership of Indian Medical Association," Ghosh's suspension letter read.

28/08/2024 17:27:05

Bangla Bandh LIVE: Visuals From Kolkata's Sector V

Visuals from Sector V, Kolkata during BJP's call for 'Bangla bandh'.

28/08/2024 17:15:24

Bangla Bandh LIVE: Amit Malviya Shares Visuals Of Deserted Chittaranjan Avenue, Says BJP Getting Massive Support

BJP IT Cell head Amit Malviya shared visuals of deserted Kolkata’s Chittaranjan Avenue on X and wrote: "Those who know, this is one of the busiest roads in the city. BJP Bengal’s call for #BangalBandh gets massive support. I can’t recollect when was the last time Kolkata and all of Bengal came to a grinding halt for a cause."

28/08/2024 16:26:51

Bangla Bandh LIVE: 'Mamata Banerjee Has Threatened Doctors,' Says BJP MP Sudhanshu Trivedi

On the protest over RG Kar Medical College and Hospital rape and murder case, BJP MP Sudhanshu Trivedi says, "...After the attempt to mislead the probe, save accused and destroy evidence, now a new strategy to threaten Doctors can be seen...CM did a PC and said 'I don't want FIRs to be registered and their (Doctors) careers get destroyed and they face trouble in getting passports and Visas'...BJP wants to say clearly that Mamata Banerjee has straight away threatened Doctors..."

28/08/2024 16:24:57

Bangla Bandh LIVE: Goa Medical College Constitutes Task Force For Medics' Safety

Goa Medical College and Hospital has constituted a task force to ensure medical professionals' welfare and safety, including doctors, nurses, residents, interns, and student nurses. 

28/08/2024 15:50:55

Bangla Bandh LIVE: Mamata Asks Students To Protest Against BJP, Demand Capital Punishment For RG Kar Accused

Mamata Banerjee asks students and women to protest against 'BJP's falsehoods' and demand capital punishment for RG Kar accused on Aug 31 second half, and September 1 (full day). She has also asked the party workers and leaders to be more active on social media to counter fake videos or narratives being circulated. "You are bound to do it. All MLAs, MPs, Councillors, and student leaders must counter fake narratives" she said.

The Bengal CM has asked students to stage protests in front of all college gates on Friday, demanding capital punishment for RG Kar rape-murder case accused.

28/08/2024 15:12:09

Bangla Bandh LIVE — 'Enough Is Enough': President Murmu On RG Kar Rape-Murder Case

President Droupadi Murmu reacted to the RG Kar rape and murder case involving a trainee doctor, saying that enough is enough. She also said that she is both angry and fearful over the incident. 

28/08/2024 13:39:17

Bangla Bandh LIVE: Mamata Banerjee On Punishment In RG Kar Murder Case

Kolkata | On RG Kar woman doctor rape-murder, West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee says, "For this, there is only one punishment- to hang till death."

28/08/2024 13:32:33

Bangla Bandh Live Updates: Mamata Dubs BJP's Bandh 'Conspiracy To Derail RG Kar Murder Probe'

BJP''s bandh aimed at defaming Bengal, it is plotting conspiracy to derail probe into RG Kar hospital rape-murder case: CM Mamata Banerjee.

28/08/2024 13:05:05

Bangla Bandh Live Updates: Kolkata HC Has Given Us Permission For 7-Day Dharna, Says Sukanta Majumdar

Union Minister and West Bengal BJP President Sukanta Majumdar says, "Kolkata HC has given us the permission for seven-day Dharna. We will start it from tomorrow...We welcome their verdict...There is no democracy here, police cannot stop firing but only stop BJP's protest. The police can arrest BJP leaders but not the accused."

28/08/2024 13:01:24

Bangla Bandh LIVE: Union Minister Bhagirath Choudhary On Bengal BJP Leader Priyangu Pandey's Attack Claims

Delhi: On West Bengal BJP leader Priyangu Pandey's claims that people belonging to TMC attacked & fired on his car today, Union Minister Bhagirath Choudhary says, "Our country has a federal structure...But one state is posing such challenges, challenges to Constitution - it is unfortunate. Such behaviour with a public representative is shameful...Such arbitrariness is crossing all limits. West Bengal Government is trying to suppress democracy just for politics. This is unfortunate. Mamata Didi should understand things...Didi should either serve people truly or President's Rule be imposed there..."

28/08/2024 11:12:18

Bangla Bandh LIVE: TMC Workers Protest Against BJP's Call For Bandh

Siliguri, West Bengal | TMC party workers protest against BJP's call for 12-hour 'Bengal Bandh'.

28/08/2024 11:08:07

Bangla Bandh Live Updates: Police Detain BJP leader Locket Chatterjee

West Bengal | Police detain BJP leader Locket Chatterjee who joined protest after BJP's call for 12-hour 'Bharat Bandh' at Kolkata's Bata Chowk.

28/08/2024 10:23:31

Bengal Bandh Live Updates: Arjun Singh Claims BJP Leader's Car Shot At

Amid the BJP's call for Bangla Bandh, party leader Arjun Singh alleged that six rounds were fired at the car of Bhatpara BJP leader. According to the visuals caught on camera, some miscreants were seen opening fire on the car of local BJP leader Priyangu Pandey in Bhatpara.

BJP supporter Ravi Singh, who was riding the car, sustained injuries. Amid the 12-hour bandh called by the state BJP, allegations of firing on the car of BJP leader Priyangu Pandey were made.

28/08/2024 09:39:52

Bangla Bandh LIVE: Mamata's Message To RG Kar Murder Victim On Trinamool Chhatra Parishad Foundation Day

In a tweet on X, West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee said, "Today, on the foundation day of Trinamool Chhatra Parishad, I am dedicating it to our sister, whom we bereaved tragically in RG Kar Hospital a few days ago. And to the family of our sister, who was brutally tortured and killed. Expressing our heartfelt condolences and seeking immediate redress for that incident, the entire of India Our hearts go out to all the women of all ages who have been victims of inhuman incidents. Let us know our sorrow from within."

"Students and youth have a big social role. By keeping society and culture awake, giving the gift of dreams of new days, and improving the environment, the work of the student society is to inspire everyone with the bright minds of the new day. My appeal to all of them today is, to be enlightened in this effort, be brave. My student friends, stay well, stay healthy, and stay focused on a bright future. Jakhan," he further stated.

28/08/2024 08:25:35

Bangla Bandh LIVE: Police Detains Protesting BJP Workers In Alipurduar

West Bengal | Police detains protesting BJP workers at Alipurduar. 12-hour 'Bengal Bandh' has been called by the BJP to protest against the state government after the police used lathi charges and tear gas on protestors during Nabanna Abhiyan, yesterday.

28/08/2024 08:22:17

Bangla Bandh LIVE: Bus Services Hit In West Bengal

West Bengal: Bus services affected in the state as BJP has called a 12-hour shutdown today. Visuals from Paschim Medinipur.

28/08/2024 08:20:56

Bangla Bandh LIVE: Shops Shut In Siliguri

Shops remain closed in Siliguri in view of BJP's 12-hour West Bengal shutdown call. Heavy police deployment on the streets.

28/08/2024 08:05:20

BJP's Bangla Bandh LIVE: Visuals From Kolkata

RG Kar Medical College and Hospital rape-murder case | Kolkata, West Bengal: 12-hour 'Bengal Bandh' called by BJP to protest against the state government. The bandh has been called after the police used lathi charge and tear gas on protestors during Nabanna Abhiyan, yesterday.

28/08/2024 08:02:43

Bangla Bandh LIVE: Visuals From Howrah Amid BJP's Call For Bandh

RG Kar Medical College and Hospital rape-murder case | Howrah, West Bengal: 12-hour 'Bengal Bandh' called by BJP to protest against the state government. The bandh has been called after the police used lathi charges and tear gas on protestors during Nabanna Abhiyan, yesterday.

28/08/2024 07:32:52

Bangla Bandh LIVE: We Will Continue To Protest, Says BJP leader Agnimitra Paul

Kolkata, West Bengal: BJP leader Agnimitra Paul says, "They are going around with a disgusting attitude. They have all become spineless. Police have invalidated the orders of the Supreme Court... They used water canons mixed with chemicals on the protestors... They are unable to provide safety to women of the state and when women protest, they use force to disperse them. We will continue to protest..."

28/08/2024 07:30:50

Bangla Bandh LIVE: BJP Leader Agnimitra Paul Reviews 12-Hour 'Bengal Bandh'

Kolkata: BJP leader Agnimitra Paul reviews the 12-hour 'Bengal Bandh' called by BJP to protest against the state government.

28/08/2024 07:27:51

Bangla Bandh LIVE: Check What's Open And What's Closed

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has called for a 12-hour Bangla bandh on Wednesday. The West Bengal unit of the BJP called a Bandh condemning the police action on protestors who took part in the march to the state secretariat Nabbana on Tuesday over the rape and murder of a trainee doctor in Kolkata's RG Kar murder case.

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28/08/2024 06:45:33

Bangla Bandh LIVE: PIL Filed In Calcutta HC To Declare Bandh Illegal

A public interest litigation was filed in Calcutta High Court to declare the 12-hour bandh called by the BJP illegal on Wednesday. BJP has called a 12-hour bandh on Wednesday. Nabanna said that this band will not be accepted.

(Input: ABP Ananda)

28/08/2024 06:31:19

Bangla Bandh LIVE: BJP Chief JP Nadda On Bengal Bandh

On the 'Nabanna Abhiyaan' rally in Kolkata today, Union Minister and BJP national president JP Nadda says "Keeping in mind the sentiments of the common citizens, Bharatiya Janata Party has called for a Bengal bandh for 12 hours from 6 am tomorrow. I am confident that the people of Bengal will stand with us and will leave no stone unturned to shatter the pride of Mamata Banerjee and create an environment to overthrow such an oppressive government."

28/08/2024 06:28:40

Bangla Bandh LIVE: Violence Erupted On Streets Of Kolkata During 'Nabanna Abhijan' Rally

Large-scale violence ensued on the streets of Kolkata and Howrah on Tuesday afternoon after protestors clashed with the police at multiple stoppage points. The violence lasted for around four hours, leading to several injuries on both sides.

Several senior police officers and women protestors were among those who were hurt in the violent protests.  Over 200 people were arrested by the police from across the state as protestors took to incessant stone and glass bottles pelting on the police at various spots where their march was stopped.

 

28/08/2024 06:26:59

Bangla Bandh LIVE: Bengal BJP Calls For Bandh Today Against Police Action During 'Nabanna Abhijan' Rally

West Bengal BJP called a 12-hour Bangla bandh on August 28 against the police action taken on students demonstrating against the Kolkata doctor's rape and murder, aiming to reach the West Bengal state secretariat, Nabanna, as part of their Nabanna Abhijan. The protest march turned chaotic in Kolkata and adjacent Howrah as hundreds gathered to demand justice for the RG Kar Hospital victim and the resignation of CM Mamata Banerjee.