Former J&K chief minister Mehbooba Mufti has publicly accused the BJP of policing the vocabulary of Muslims in Bengal after the transfer of an Indian Police Service officer. The transfer, announced by state authorities, was seen by critics as a targeted action against a Muslim officer.
Mufti said the move reflects a broader pattern of restricting how Muslims are allowed to speak and express themselves in the state. She urged the central government to safeguard the rights of minorities and to ensure that law‑enforcement actions are transparent and non‑discriminatory.
The incident has drawn attention from civil‑society groups and political analysts who warn that such actions could undermine the democratic fabric of the state. The BJP has not yet issued a formal response to the criticism.
The controversy highlights ongoing tensions between the central ruling party and opposition voices in West Bengal, especially regarding the treatment of minority communities and the freedom of speech.
