K.C. Venugopal, the Congress general secretary, addressed a formal letter to Union Home Minister Amit Shah and West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari on Saturday. The correspondence highlights an alleged assault, humiliation and coercion of three Christian families residing in Patlapur village, Paschim Medinipur district, during the Durga Puja festivities.
The letter urges both the central and state authorities to take immediate action, including launching an investigation and ensuring protection for the affected families. It also requests that the incidents be examined under relevant laws to prevent future occurrences.
The incident has sparked widespread concern among local communities, with many calling for heightened vigilance during communal celebrations. The Congress party has expressed its readiness to support any measures that safeguard the rights and safety of minority groups in West Bengal.
The matter remains under scrutiny, and both the central and state governments are expected to respond to the demands for a thorough inquiry and remedial steps.
