‘BJP Connection’: WB CM Suvendu Adhikari Denies Party Link To Bankura Killing
A 51-year-old man died in West Bengal’s Bankura district after allegedly being assaulted by a group, with his family claiming the attack was linked to his son’s participation in a Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protest in Delhi. The victim, Sheikh Mohammed Mafiq, was allegedly attacked after his son, CJP member Sheikh Abdul Hafiz, raised concerns over the condition of a local government school as…
On August 15, a 51-year-old man named Sheikh Mohammed Mafiq passed away in West Bengal's Bankura district after reportedly being assaulted by a group. His family maintains that the attack was connected to his son, CJP member Sheikh Abdul Hafiz, who raised concerns about a local government school's condition as part of the party's "Fix The School" campaign.
The incident unfolded after Hafiz traveled to Delhi on July 19 to take part in a Jantar Mantar protest against alleged NEET paper leaks. He later visited Karishunda Primary School on August 13 and raised concerns over its infrastructure and management. On August 13, a group entered the family's home armed with rods and sticks, assaulting Hafiz.
Mafiq intervened, leading to his own assault as well. Initially treated at a hospital and discharged, the family claims they were attacked again while returning home. On August 14, the family alleges they were confined inside their house. Mafiq's condition worsened on August 15, and he succumbed to his injuries at the hospital with police assistance.
Eight individuals have been arrested in connection with the case. In response, West Bengal BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari denied any BJP involvement, labeling the accused as criminals. A spokesperson for the CJP party, Ashutosh Ranka, condemned the incident and stated that party workers would visit Bankura to seek justice for the family.
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