Union Minister Sukanta Majumdar launched a scathing attack on Trinamool Congress (TMC) leaders, accusing them of widespread corruption. Drawing a contrast with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s resolution of “Sabka Sath, Sabka Vikas,” Majumdar claimed TMC leaders operate under the motto of “Sabka Sath, Sabka Corruption.”
Speaking to media, Majumdar said, “Every leader of TMC is indulged in corruption. PM Narendra Modi says ‘Sabka Sath, Sabka Vikas,’ but the TMC leaders say that ‘Sabka Sath, Sabka Corruption.’ The common people have become habituated to the corruption by TMC leaders.”
Majumdar Defends “One Nation, One Election” Bill
Majumdar also addressed West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee’s opposition to the “One Nation, One Election” Bill, asserting its benefits for the nation. He argued that Banerjee opposes the initiative purely because it would be advantageous for the country.
“Discussion took place in all the states. Mamata Banerjee said that she is against it, while many states are in favor. Right now, it has gone to JPC, and people from all parties are involved. They will provide suggestions, and the government will include them before implementing it. The country will benefit from this; money will be saved. But Mamata Banerjee will not support it because the country is benefiting from it,” Majumdar said.
Mamata Banerjee’s Stance on the Bill
In a post on X, CM Mamata Banerjee criticized the bill, labeling it as an “authoritarian imposition.”
“The Union Cabinet has bulldozed their way through with the unconstitutional and anti-federal ‘One Nation, One Election’ Bill, ignoring every legitimate concern raised by experts and opposition leaders. This is not a carefully considered reform; it’s an authoritarian imposition designed to undermine India’s democracy and federal structure,” Banerjee wrote.
She further added, “Our MPs will oppose this draconian legislation tooth and nail in Parliament. Bengal will NEVER bow to Delhi’s dictatorial whims. This fight is about saving India’s democracy from the clutches of autocracy!”