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Superstar Mithun Chakraborty delivers strong reply to TMC MLA Humayun Kabir
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A Provocation Met with an Unflinching Response
Kabir, representing Murshidabad, had previously made a contentious statement, alluding to the region’s religious demographics as a foundation of power. He claimed that the 70% Muslim majority could overpower the 30% Hindu minority, even threatening to “cut and throw” them into the Bhagirathi River if they opposed him. In response, Chakraborty, while addressing BJP workers, countered, “A leader says there are 70 percent Muslims and 30 percent Hindus, that he will ‘cut’ and throw them in the Bhagirathi… I thought the Chief Minister (Mamata Banerjee) would say something. She didn’t, so now I am saying, we will chop them (up) and bury them in the ground,” as reported by NDTV.
Mithun Chakraborty has since ignited discussions around the need for leadership accountability and the right of every community to voice their beliefs without fear of persecution.
Pushing Back Against Intimidation
Kabir’s remark about drowning BJP supporters stirred strong emotions among both supporters and leaders. As the actor-turned-politician spoke at a BJP membership drive event in West Bengal, he further declared, “I am saying it again and again… we will do anything (to win the 2026 election)… we will do anything,” with Union Home Minister Amit Shah in attendance, underscoring the BJP’s determination to protect its supporters in Bengal.
Chakraborty then reiterated his sentiment: “I say we will cut you up and throw you, not in the Bhagirathi because that is our mother, but we will throw you in the ground.” His words conveyed a blend of protective defiance and deep emotional connection to Bengal, emphasizing that divisive rhetoric and intimidation would not go unchallenged.
Election Tensions Mithun Chakraborty
Alongside these statements, Chakraborty accused the Bengal government of suppressing the voting rights of the Hindu community, alleging that state-sponsored intimidation tactics were influencing voter turnout. This charge echoes concerns raised in recent months, particularly after Kabir’s remark suggesting that “30 percent” of Hindus could be overpowered if they tried to disrupt or question the majority.
Kabir’s earlier comments, which received censure from the Election Commission, symbolized a broader issue of communal insecurity and stoked anxieties among communities regarding their safety and democratic rights. Chakraborty’s words of defiance against Kabir’s divisive rhetoric resonated with many who feel that the state’s democratic principles must remain untarnished by religious or communal biases.
The Battle for Bengal’s ‘Masnad’ Mithun Chakraborty
As by-elections approach and anticipation mounts for the 2026 Assembly polls, the BJP has intensified its outreach to Bengal’s diverse communities. Chakraborty’s defiant statements underscore the BJP’s intention to win Bengal’s “masnad” or throne, asserting that the state’s governance should reflect the unity and cultural pride of Bengal’s people. By positioning himself as a defender of Hindu rights, Mithun Chakraborty is rallying supporters who believe that West Bengal’s spirit of inclusivity should be shielded from any forces attempting to sow division.
In the face of incendiary remarks from Kabir, Mithun Chakraborty represents a clarion call to his followers with his response. His words serve as a reminder that Bengal’s identity, rooted in unity, will not yield to threats, no matter how intense the political fray. As the election nears, the path ahead remains one of resilience. The spirit of Bengal stands resilient against any attempt to shake its foundation.