Brute Violence in Bengal Sparks Citizens’ Urgent Warning

Brute Violence in Bengal Sparks Citizens’ Urgent Warning

A joint statement signed by more than 140 activists, academics, former ministers, artists and scientists has warned of “all out fratricide” in India following violent attacks on opposition leaders in West Bengal.

Dozens of Prominent Personalities Warn of Political Violence and Institutional Silence

The statement, issued in the backdrop of  violence in West Bengal, is signed by noted activists, academics, former public officials, artists, journalists, faith leaders, and members of civil society NEW DELHI — More than 140 prominent figures from diverse fields have warned of the risk of nationwide violence, citing unchecked repression and brutality in West Bengal following the state assembly election results at the end of May. The statement, i…

Violence in Bengal sparks citizens’ urgent warning

By Matters India Reporter Mumbai, June 4, 2026: A joint statement signed by more than 140 activists, academics, former ministers, artists and scientists has warned of “all out fratricide” in India following violent attacks on opposition leaders in West Bengal. The statement, titled “Is India on the Verge of a Fratricide and will Silence be…