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Congress demands arrest of accused in alleged West Bengal Christian attack
A senior Congress leader has called on Home Minister Amit Shah to initiate arrests in connection with alleged assaults on Christian families in West Bengal during the Durga Puja festival period. The incident allegedly occurred over three days in mid-October, with families reportedly coerced to renounce their faith.
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Congress leader Venugopal has written to Union Home Minister Amit Shah demanding action against those accused of attacking Christian families in West Bengal, according to party sources. The alleged incidents occurred between October 18 and 20 during the Durga Puja festivities in the state.
According to the Congress leader's correspondence, three Christian families were allegedly subjected to physical assault and public humiliation over the three-day period. The families reportedly faced pressure to renounce their Christian faith during the alleged incidents.
The matter has drawn attention from national opposition parties, with Congress raising concerns about religious freedom and the safety of minority communities. The allegations come amid heightened focus on communal incidents across several Indian states.
No official statement has yet been issued by West Bengal authorities or the Union Home Ministry regarding the matter. The development adds to ongoing discussions about religious tolerance and minority protection in the eastern state.