Archive · 1 Sep 2025
Bengal Minister: Police Critics 'Against Society'
A West Bengal minister, Firhad Hakim, said that people who constantly criticize the police are not friends of society.
He stated that the police provide a safe environment for the public.
He believes that those who criticize the police are actually against society.
He also mentioned that the police protect residents from criminals.
In response, a BJP leader, Sajal Ghosh, claimed that the police's reputation has suffered under the ruling party due to some officers following the orders of ruling party members and collecting money.
West Bengal Minister Firhad Hakim said police critics aren't friends of society.
Hakim made the remarks at a Police Day function.
Hakim stated the police ensure a safe and secure environment.
Hakim said police protect residents from criminals.
BJP leader Sajal Ghosh responded, alleging police reputation issues.
- Who
- Firhad Hakim, West Bengal Minister, and Sajal Ghosh, BJP leader.
- What
- Hakim stated that those who always criticize the police are against society.
- When
- September 1st
- Where
- Kolkata, West Bengal
- Why
- Hakim's remarks were made during a Police Day function.
Ruling Party View
Opposition View
Police Criticism
Ruling Party View
Those who always criticize the police are against society.
Opposition View
Police reputation has suffered under the ruling party.
- Event
- Police Day function
- Location
- Kolkata, West Bengal
- Minister
- Firhad Hakim
- Political Party
- TMC
- Allegation
- Police reputation suffered under TMC rule