Trinamool’s Kalyan upset with CPI(M)’s Bikash for lawyering for former TMC MLA
A political controversy has arisen in West Bengal as Trinamool Congress MP Kalyan Banerjee criticized CPI(M) leader Bikash Ranjan Bhattacharya for representing a former TMC MLA accused of corruption. Banerjee questioned Bhattacharya's integrity, given his previous stance against corruption while defending a party member facing serious allegations. This situation has led to speculation about a possible alliance between the CPI(M) and the BJP amidst ongoing legal troubles for several Trinamool leaders.
- ▪Kalyan Banerjee expressed displeasure over Bikash Ranjan Bhattacharya representing a former TMC MLA in court.
- ▪Bhattacharya is a senior advocate who has previously criticized corruption in the TMC government.
- ▪Banerjee raised questions about the integrity of Bhattacharya's actions, suggesting a contradiction in his stance on corruption.
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A fresh row has erupted in the political circles of West Bengal with Trinamool Congress MP Kalyan Banerjee expressing his displeasure over CPI(M) leader Bikash Ranjan Bhattacharya representing a former MLA of Trinamool Congress before the Calcutta High Court.Mr. Bhattacharya, a designated senior advocate had appeared for former Trinamool Congress MLA Aditi Munshi and her husband in a case where the couple has sought anticipatory bail before the Calcutta High Court. Without directly naming Mr.
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