Mamata Banerjee Defends ‘Mrityu Kumbh’ Remark Amid Controversy
NEW DELHI: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee recently found herself at the center of a heated controversy regarding her comments on the Maha Kumbh stampede that tragically claimed 30 lives. She defended her statement, insisting that it was “distorted” and called for the release of compensation promised to the victims’ families by the Yogi Adityanath government.
Clarifying Her Statement
Banerjee emphasized the importance of planning for large gatherings, drawing a parallel to organizing a wedding. “If I am arranging for a wedding ceremony, I must do it keeping in mind the number of guests. For religious congregations, we must also follow the same planning and arrangements,” she stated. She firmly denied any intention to disrespect any religion, stating, “I have never disrespected any religion in my life and would never do so.”
Accidents and Accountability
She acknowledged that accidents are unavoidable but highlighted her administration’s prompt response to a devastating fire incident in a Kolkata hospital in 2011, where over 100 lives were lost. “We remained awake the entire night till the post-mortems were completed. We issued death certificates, compensation, and compensatory appointment letters that very night,” she recounted.
Inaccuracies in Claims
Banerjee also questioned the claim that the current Maha Kumbh was a once-in-144-years event, clarifying that the last Kumbh Mela took place in 2014. “If I am wrong then please correct me,” she added, underscoring the need for accurate information.
Backlash and Reactions
Earlier this month, Banerjee called the event ‘Mrityu Kumbh’ due to the lack of planning and arrangements for the attendees, particularly for the economically disadvantaged. Her remarks drew strong criticism from the seer community and BJP leaders, who demanded a public apology.
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