The BJP has strongly criticised West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee for her absence from violence-affected Murshidabad, alleging anti-Hindu bias. BJP MP Sambit Patra claimed Banerjee would have reacted differently if Muslims were victims. The party also accused CPI (M) of disowning deceased Hindu workers, highlighting the politicization of the Murshidabad clashes following protests against the Waqf (Amendment) Act.
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