‘Democratic process can blossom only with peace and harmony,’ says West Bengal Governor after Banerjee attacked in Nandigram

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New Delhi: Hours after West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee claimed she was attacked by some miscreants in Nandigram, Governor Jagdeep Dhankar despatched throughout a message calling for peace and concord.

Banerjee mentioned her leg was harm when a couple of unidentified folks pushed her as she approached her automotive.

“Democratic process can blossom only with peace and harmony prevailing all around and all contributing according to rule of law and constitution. All need to ensure healthy environment and promote wholesome practices,” Dhankar mentioned in a tweet.

He mentioned he referred to as Banerjee to investigate about her well being following the incident and additionally sought an replace from the safety in-charge of the chief minister, who went to Nandigram to file her nomination for the upcoming polls.

“Called on (Mamata Banerjee) to enquire about her health condition and had earlier spoken to her at 6.40 pm while she was at Nandigram,” Dhankar mentioned in a tweet.

“Sought an update from Director, Security and Chief Secretary in matter. Health Secretary and Director of Hospital urged to take all caution,” he added.

The incident occurred at Birulia when the Chief Minister, after her scheduled program in Nandigram, was returning again to Reyapara.

“A few people pushed me when I was near my car. I am hurt. My leg has swollen. I am in pain. Let me go. It is paining immensely. I am going to visit the doctor,” Banerjee advised the reporters earlier in the day.

“No police official was present. Four-five people intentionally manhandled me in presence of the public. There were no police officials for four-five hours in such a huge public gathering, not even the SP. It was definitely a conspiracy,” she added.

Meanwhile, the Election Commission has sought an in depth report on the incident.

Earlier in the day, Banerjee filed her nomination from the Nandigram seat for the upcoming meeting elections in the state.

West Bengal will witness eight-phased meeting polls starting March 27 with the ultimate spherical of voting scheduled to happen on April 29. Counting of votes will happen on May 2.





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