Biswabrata Goswami
KRISHNAGAR, 8 DEC: A wave of controversy and heated discussions has engulfed the Krishnagar parliamentary area in Nadia following the expulsion of Trinamul Congress leader Mahua Moitra from the Lok Sabha.
The expulsion was a result of allegations surrounding the ‘cash-for-query’ controversy, where Moitra was accused of sharing her credentials and accepting gifts from a businessman to influence parliamentary proceedings.
The expulsion occurred after a contentious debate on the Ethics Committee’s report, leading to an opposition walkout and subsequent accusations of an unfair investigation. Trinamul Congress leaders expressed their dissatisfaction, with Minister of State Ujjal Biswas asserting that Moitra’s vocal stance against the BJP in Parliament was the reason behind the expulsion. He vowed to send her back to Parliament in the next election, anticipating public support against the BJP.
Rukbanur Rahman, Trinamul Congress Nadia North district chairman, condemned the move, stating, “This action was expected. They (BJP) have done it intentionally to silence her, but their efforts will not be fruitful because Krishnagar people will punish the BJP at the proper time.”
The news of Moitra’s expulsion left Trinamul Congress leaders in Krishnagar shocked, prompting discussions among the public, especially the youth, who were seen passionately debating the decision in various places.
The Lok Sabha’s decision to expel Moitra came after allegations that she received gifts from businessman Darshan Hiranandani to raise questions about the Adani Group in Parliament. Hiranandani, in a signed affidavit, claimed that Moitra targeted industrialist Gautam Adani to “malign and embarrass” Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The committee’s report recommending Moitra’s expulsion received support from six members, including suspended Congress member Preneet Kaur, while four opposition members submitted dissent notes.
On the other hand, BJP workers and leaders in Krishnagar were jubilant, asserting that the central government made the right decision. Saikat Sarkar, BJP’s Nadia North district vice-president, expressed happiness over Moitra’s expulsion, alleging that she never advocated for the development of Krishnagar but instead spoke in favor of a businessman. He called for an immediate election in the parliamentary area to elect a representative who would prioritize the concerns of Krishnagar residents.
Amid the conflicting opinions, a resident of Krishnagar, Jatin Biswas, expressed concern about the potential danger to democracy. He emphasized the need for a fair and transparent process, stating, “If Mahua Moitra is proven to have taken bribes for raising questions in the Lok Sabha, then she should be punished. But, if the whole process is framed to block her, then it will be very dangerous for democracy.”
The controversy surrounding Moitra’s expulsion continues to polarize opinions in Krishnagar, setting the stage for further political tension in the region.
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