Archive · 26 Jan 2026
BJP MP Predicts President's Rule in Bengal
A BJP MP and former judge in West Bengal said that a big scam will be revealed soon, which might cause big protests.
He thinks this could lead to the central government taking control of the state, called President's Rule.
The ruling party, Trinamool Congress, criticized him, saying he should give any information he has to the investigation agencies or even the United Nations.
The MP was once a judge and made important decisions that allowed investigations into a big school job scam, leading to the arrest of some powerful people.
BJP MP Abhijit Gangopadhyay predicted President's Rule in West Bengal due to an alleged major scam.
Gangopadhyay claimed the scam would cause widespread protests and a 72-hour strike.
Trinamool Congress criticized Gangopadhyay, suggesting he should approach the CBI or UN with his information.
Gangopadhyay is a former judge of the Calcutta High Court and was involved in significant cases against Trinamool leaders.
He resigned from his judicial position to contest and win the Tamluk Lok Sabha seat in the 2024 elections.
- Who
- BJP MP Abhijit Gangopadhyay and Trinamool Congress leaders
- What
- Gangopadhyay predicted President's Rule in West Bengal due to an alleged scam, leading to Trinamool's criticism
- When
- Monday (specific date not mentioned)
- Where
- West Bengal, India
- Why
- Gangopadhyay claimed a major scam would surface, causing protests and demanding President's Rule
- MP Name
- Abhijit Gangopadhyay
- Constituency
- Tamluk, East Midnapore
- Party
- BJP
- Previous Role
- Former Judge, Calcutta High Court
- Trinamool Response
- Criticized Gangopadhyay's statements, suggested approaching CBI or UN