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Congress leader summoned in photo-burning case over Bageshwar Baba remarks
Police in Kolkata have summoned a Congress leader in connection with a September 8 protest where a photograph was allegedly burned. The demonstration followed controversial comments attributed to a religious figure regarding Bengali culture and Durga Puja traditions.
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A Congress leader has been summoned by police in Kolkata following a protest demonstration held outside the Bhawanipur police station in south Kolkata on September 8. The summons relates to allegations of photo-burning during the gathering, which was organized to register dissent against remarks made about Bengali culture, traditions, and food practices associated with the Durga Puja festival.
The protest was triggered by controversial statements attributed to Bageshwar Baba regarding Bengalis and Bengal's cultural practices. The demonstration drew attention to concerns among local residents and political activists about comments perceived as derogatory toward the state's heritage and traditions.
The police action marks an escalation in the dispute, as authorities investigate the circumstances surrounding the September 8 gathering. The case highlights ongoing tensions around religious figures' public statements and regional cultural sensitivities in West Bengal.
The Congress party has not yet issued a formal response to the police summons. The matter remains under investigation by Kolkata police, with further developments expected in the coming days.