West Bengal polls: TMC moves Election Commission against Humayun Kabir for derogatory remarks against Abhishek Banerjee
Indian Express·4h ago·Neutral
What Happened
Trinamool Congress lodged a complaint with the Chief Electoral Officer against former minister Humayun Kabir, now contesting for Aam Janata Unnayan Party, for allegedly making defamatory statements against TMC general secretary Abhishek Banerjee. The complaint references a viral video where Kabir reportedly made derogatory comments and threats. TMC seeks a showcause notice and FIR registration under Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita sections for Model Code of Conduct violations and criminal intimidation.
Key Entities
Trinamool Congress (TMC)Humayun KabirAam Janata Unnayan Party (AJUP)Abhishek BanerjeeChief Electoral OfficerWest BengalElection CommissionBharatiya Janata Party (BJP)