Mamata Banerjee's Nameplate Removed, Painted Orange at Nandan While Jyoti Basu's Plaque Remains Intact

Mamata's plaque at Nandan painted over ahead of Kolkata film festtival

A political controversy has erupted in West Bengal after a plaque bearing former Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's name at Kolkata's Nandan cultural hub was painted over, while one for Jyoti Basu remained untouched. This incident, occurring just before the Kolkata International Film Festival, has led to a war of words between the BJP and the Trinamool Congress, with actor Mithun Chakraborty questioning the relevance of Banerjee's name.

Mamata Banerjee's nameplate removed, painted orange at Nandan while Jyoti Basu's plaque remains intact

Mamata Banerjee's nameplate was removed from the main hall of Kolkata's cultural centre Nandan and painted over. This action occurred before the annual Kolkata International Film Festival, while Jyoti Basu's plaque remains intact. Banerjee participated in a mega rally in Delhi addressing alleged electoral irregularities and the Special Intensive Revision exercise. She accused the BJP of looting West Bengal and emphasized the need to protect demo…

Mamata Banerjee's Nameplate Removed Amid Controversy

A controversy has arisen at Kolkata’s Nandan cultural complex following the alleged removal of Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee’s nameplate from the main hall. Reports indicate that the nameplate was painted over in orange, sparking significant public interest, especially with the 32nd Kolkata International Film Festival (KIFF) approaching. The incident has drawn reactions from leaders of […]