Mamata urges Sandeshkhali residents not to pay for state-run scheme benefits.

Bengal CM urges Sandeshkhali locals to not pay for state-run scheme benefits amidst protests over land grabbing and sexual harassment by TMC leaders.

December 30th 2024.

Mamata urges Sandeshkhali residents not to pay for state-run scheme benefits.
Sandeshkhali has been at the center of protests lately, with accusations of land grabbing and sexual harassment by local TMC leaders. And on Monday, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee made her first visit to the island since the unrest began earlier this year. She was there to oversee a public distribution program and took the opportunity to address the locals.

In a firm yet empathetic tone, Banerjee urged the community to not fall prey to anyone who asks for money in exchange for benefits from government schemes. She reminded them that these programs are meant to benefit the people and their money is being directly deposited into their bank accounts. "It's your right," she emphasized.

The chief minister also had a message for the women of Sandeshkhali, asking them to not pay any attention if someone calls them for any reason. She went on to allege that a large sum of money was used to instigate the protests in the area. "Be aware of mischievous people," she cautioned, while assuring them that the government will come to their doorstep through the 'Duare Sarkar' scheme.

Banerjee acknowledged that there were ulterior motives behind the protests and that the truth eventually prevails. She expressed her desire for the community to live in harmony and for the young girls and boys to achieve success. "We want peace, not devastation," she asserted.

The unrest in Sandeshkhali began in January when ED officers were assaulted and their vehicles damaged during a raid at the residence of a now-suspended TMC leader, Sheikh Shahjahan. This was in connection with a multi-crore ration distribution scam. Subsequently, women in the area came forward with allegations of land grabbing and sexual harassment by Shahjahan and his associates.

The opposition camp in the state had demanded immediate action against Shahjahan and his men. However, Banerjee chose to not dwell on the past and instead focused on the future of Sandeshkhali. She urged the community to move forward and work towards progress, leaving behind the turbulent events of the past.

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