Abhishek Banerjee NEW DELHI: The Trinamool Congress (TMC) on Friday alleged that a BJP supporter carrying weapons attempted to target the party’s national general secretary, Abhishek Banerjee, at Kolkata airport, describing the incident as a possible attempt on his life.In a post on social media, the party claimed that a “BJP Bengal goon armed with weapons” had possibly planned to “murder” Banerjee. The TMC also accused the BJP-led state administration of failing to maintain law and order and allowing political violence to flourish.“A BJP Bengal goon ARMED WITH WEAPONS possibly planned to MURDER our Hon’ble National General Secretary Shri Abhishek Banerjee,” the party wrote. It further alleged that criminals were operating with “absolute impunity” and questioned whether the episode amounted to a “state-sponsored attempt to eliminate a political opponent”.The TMC has repeatedly accused the BJP of encouraging attacks on its leaders, while the BJP has argued that such incidents reflect public anger against the former ruling party.Abhishek Banerjee himself was among the first senior TMC leaders to face hostility after the election results. Days after the defeat, eggs were hurled at him during a public appearance. Senior TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee was similarly targeted shortly afterwards.The latest allegation also follows another incident involving senior TMC leader and former minister Udayan Guha. On Thursday, eggs were thrown at Guha outside a court in Dinhata, a day after his arrest in an alleged extortion case. Television visuals showed Guha, wearing a helmet and escorted by police officers carrying shields, when an egg was thrown in his direction. The projectile struck his helmet.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.About the AuthorTOI World DeskAt TOI World Desk, our dedicated team of seasoned journalists and passionate writers tirelessly sifts through the vast tapestry of global events to bring you the latest news and diverse perspectives round the clock. With an unwavering commitment to accuracy, depth, and timeliness, we strive to keep you informed about the ever-evolving world, delivering a nuanced understanding of international affairs to our readers. Join us on a journey across continents as we unravel the stories that shape our interconnected world.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosRSS At 100: Why The Organisation Remains Unregistered And Why The Issue Keeps Returning?From Net-Zero Design To Cargo Hub: What Makes Jewar Airport Different?Why Brahmins Are Suddenly At The Centre Of UP’s 2027 Political Battle | SP vs BSP vs BJP ExplainedTMC Escalates Battle To Delhi As Abhishek Banerjee Seeks Action On Rebel MPsJio Files DRHP With SEBI | Mukesh Ambani Hands IPO Leadership To Isha, Akash & AnantFrom ‘Brother-in-Ideals’ To A Cold Greeting: Stalin’s Message Exposes DMK-Congress RiftLNG Tanker ‘DISHA’ Reaches Gujarat After Hormuz Crossing, Boosting India’s Energy ConfidenceUP CM Yogi Adityanath Defends SIT Probe In Ram Mandir Donation Row, Says Truth Will Be RevealedCockroach Janta Party Seeks ₹1 Crore Compensation For Families Amid NEET Suicide CrisisEx-PM I.K. Gujral’s Son Duped Of ₹7.8 Crore, Cops Claim ‘Majority’ Of Amount | Watch123PhotostoriesLove Poha for breakfast? 6 ways to add 20 gms protein to each servingNew York’s first lady Rama Duwaji made bootleg Knicks merch look runway-readyFrom earning Rs 700 in his first job to doing plays with Dilip Joshi and Disha Vakani: When Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah’s Tanmay Vekaria Aka Bagha got candid about his life5 signs of emotional manipulation in relationships, as per mental health counselor10 regional jackfruit dishes from across the world and why it is celebrated so muchFrom respecting Gauri Khan’s space to teaching his sons to respect women: 5 times Shah Rukh Khan proved he is Bollywood’s ultimate green flag10 baby girl names that mean pure in different languagesFrom Alia Bhatt to Katrina Kaif: Inside the pilates routine that keeps these Bollywood divas fit6 most beautiful hidden villages in India that are absolutely worth a tripWhy were women banned from doing makeup on Bollywood sets? Sonam Kapoor’s makeup artist explains the breaking of the 59-year-old barrier123Hot PicksEngland vs New ZealandYuvraj SinghLionel MessiAP SSC resultsKannur University FYUGP TrialShiv SenaJD VanceStrait of HormuzHormoz nuclear power plantTop TrendingBihar gang-rapeUS-Iran Peace DealStock Market LiveFIFA World Cup 2026What is Legacy BadgeBEST bus strikeAIIMS BSc Nursing Admit CardMHT CET PCM 2nd attempt resultsGold rate todayIndia-UK FTA
NEW DELHI: The Trinamool Congress (TMC) on Friday alleged that a BJP supporter carrying weapons attempted to target the party’s national general secretary, Abhishek Banerjee, at Kolkata airport, describing the incident as a possible attempt on his life.In a post on social media, the party claimed that a “BJP Bengal goon armed with weapons” had possibly planned to “murder” Banerjee. The TMC also accused the BJP-led state administration of failing to maintain law and order and allowing political violence to flourish.“A BJP Bengal goon ARMED WITH WEAPONS possibly planned to MURDER our Hon’ble National General Secretary Shri Abhishek Banerjee,” the party wrote. It further alleged that criminals were operating with “absolute impunity” and questioned whether the episode amounted to a “state-sponsored attempt to eliminate a political opponent”.The TMC has repeatedly accused the BJP of encouraging attacks on its leaders, while the BJP has argued that such incidents reflect public anger against the former ruling party.Abhishek Banerjee himself was among the first senior TMC leaders to face hostility after the election results. Days after the defeat, eggs were hurled at him during a public appearance. Senior TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee was similarly targeted shortly afterwards.The latest allegation also follows another incident involving senior TMC leader and former minister Udayan Guha. On Thursday, eggs were thrown at Guha outside a court in Dinhata, a day after his arrest in an alleged extortion case. Television visuals showed Guha, wearing a helmet and escorted by police officers carrying shields, when an egg was thrown in his direction. The projectile struck his helmet.
