Archive · 2 Aug 2025
Kolkata Youth Congress Protests Bengali 'Harassment' in BJP Areas
Youth Congress protested in Kolkata about the alleged mistreatment of Bengali speakers in areas ruled by the BJP party.
The police stopped the protest march and detained some people.
The TMC party also organized a sit-in as part of their language movement.
The movement, started by Mamata Banerjee, aims to protect Bengali speakers.
Youth Congress protested against alleged harassment of Bengali-speaking migrants.
Protests occurred in Kolkata, with a march to Raj Bhavan.
Police stopped the procession and detained several workers.
TMC's women's wing held a sit-in as part of their 'Bhasha Andolan'.
Mamata Banerjee launched the 'Bhasha Andolan' in protest of attacks on Bengali speakers.
- Who
- Youth Congress, TMC, Mamata Banerjee, Bengali-speaking migrants, and BJP.
- What
- Youth Congress protested against alleged harassment of Bengali-speaking migrants.
- When
- On Saturday, August 2nd, following the launch of 'Bhasha Andolan' on July 28th.
- Where
- Kolkata, near Raj Bhavan and Mayo Road.
- Why
- To protest alleged harassment of Bengali speakers and to launch the 'Bhasha Andolan'.
Youth Congress/TMC Concerns
BJP's Response
Harassment Claims vs. Language Usage
Youth Congress/TMC Concerns
Alleged harassment of Bengali-speaking migrants in BJP-ruled states.
BJP's Response
West Bengal BJP president Sukanta Majumdar stated that TMC should first ask their MPs to speak in Bengali before protesting.
- Protesting Group
- Youth Congress
- Protest Location
- Kolkata
- Protest Reason
- Alleged harassment of Bengali-speaking migrants
- Political Parties Involved
- TMC, BJP
- Event
- Bhasha Andolan