Archive · 28 Jul 2025
Malda BJP MP Faces Angry Villagers Over Erosion Crisis
In Malda, a BJP MP named Khagen Murmu visited villages affected by river erosion.
The villagers were angry because they felt he only came when things got really bad.
They had lost their homes and belongings to the water.
They wanted him to help get money for projects to stop the erosion.
The MP said the state government was to blame because they didn't have a necessary report.
The Trinamool Congress party sided with the villagers, criticizing the MP's actions.
BJP MP Khagen Murmu faced public anger during a visit to erosion-hit villages in Malda.
Villagers, displaced by erosion, accused the MP of visiting only when the situation worsened.
Villagers demanded funds for anti-erosion work instead of 'formal visits'.
The MP stated the state government's failure to provide a Detailed Project Report hindered fund release.
The Trinamool Congress criticized the MP, supporting the villagers' protest.
- Who
- Villagers and BJP MP Khagen Murmu.
- What
- Villagers protested against BJP MP Khagen Murmu due to erosion and lack of action.
- When
- During a visit to Mahanandatola panchayat area.
- Where
- Mahanandatola panchayat area, Malda.
- Why
- Villagers were angry about erosion displacing them and lack of anti-erosion efforts.
Villagers' Concerns
MP's Response
Effectiveness of MP's Actions
Villagers' Concerns
MP's visits are inadequate and not addressing the core issue of erosion.
MP's Response
MP states he is visiting to understand the situation, but cannot act because of missing report.
Blame for Lack of Action
Villagers' Concerns
Villagers believe the state government should provide more support.
MP's Response
MP blames the state government for not preparing the necessary reports to get funding.
- MP
- Khagen Murmu
- Party
- BJP
- Location
- Malda
- Issue
- Erosion
- Villagers' complaint
- Lack of action