Archive · 25 Jul 2025
BJP Protests Flooding in Salt Lake Streets
The BJP youth group in Salt Lake staged a unique protest because the streets flooded after it rained.
They swam in the water, criticizing the local government.
They were led by Sanjay Poddar and shouted slogans.
Local people watched from their homes.
Residents are upset because flooding happens every year.
The police told the protesters to leave.
The BJP plans to discuss the problem with the city officials soon.
BJP youth wing protested in Salt Lake due to civic failures from overnight rains.
Protestors swam in waterlogged streets, led by Sanjay Poddar.
Activists chanted slogans and drew attention from residents.
Residents expressed frustration over recurring flooding.
Police asked demonstrators to disperse, and the civic body hasn't responded.
- Who
- Members of BJP's youth wing and local residents.
- What
- BJP youth wing protested against civic failures by swimming in waterlogged streets.
- When
- Friday
- Where
- Salt Lake, near Kolkata
- Why
- To protest civic failures following overnight rains.
BJP's Stance
TMC/BMC's Stance
Civic Failure
BJP's Stance
Criticized the Bidhannagar Municipal Corporation (BMC) for poor civic management and recurring flooding.
TMC/BMC's Stance
The civic body's position is unknown, as they have not issued a statement.
- Protesting Group
- BJP Yuva Morcha
- Location
- Salt Lake, Kolkata
- Protest Reason
- Civic failures and flooding
- Protest Method
- Swimming in waterlogged streets
- Lead Protestor
- Sanjay Poddar