West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee accused the BJP-led Union government of compromising India's prestige by allegedly "begging" before foreign powers like the US and China. During a state assembly discussion on attacks against Bengali migrants, Banerjee alleged the BJP has a dictatorial mindset and aims to turn West Bengal into its colony.
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