In connection with the 2021 post-poll violence in West Bengal, authorities have launched 458 new enquiries, registered 181 new FIRs, and reopened 59 previously closed cases. This move aims to address the unresolved issues surrounding the violent incidents following the state elections. The ongoing investigations highlight a commitment by the police to tackle the legacy of violence that characterised the election aftermath.

Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari directed police across West Bengal to implement the provisions under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). This directive specifically calls for registering FIRs on all uninvestigated allegations involving murder and assault linked to the post-election unrest. The Chief Minister has also encouraged victims and their families to file complaints, even in the absence of tangible evidence.

The initiative follows a series of actions targeting several leaders from the Trinamool Congress (TMC), amid ongoing allegations of extortion, violence, and land grabbing since the recent BJP victory in the 2026 Assembly elections. These developments reflect a critical shift in the political landscape of West Bengal, with serious implications for both political parties involved.

Political Reactions to Ongoing Violence

Abhishek Banerjee, the General Secretary of the Trinamool Congress, has vocalised criticism of the central government’s role in the post-poll violence, asserting that there has been a misuse of power during the vote counting process. In a recent post on X, he extended his condolences to those affected and alleged that central forces were passive during the violent incidents.

Banerjee further claimed that TMC candidates and their agents were forcibly removed from counting centres in several constituencies. This accusation underscores the tensions between the TMC and the BJP in the wake of the state elections, highlighting a contentious environment in West Bengal’s political arena.

These claims are part of a larger narrative where political rivals are engaging in a battle of allegations, each pointing fingers at the other regarding the responsibility for violence and disorder during the election process. In this charged atmosphere, the call for accountability is becoming increasingly significant.

Former Chief Minister Takes Legal Action

Former Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has also stepped into the fray by appearing before Chief Justice HC Sujoy Pal in connection with a public interest litigation that addresses the allegations of widespread post-poll violence. She has openly demanded urgent protection for affected individuals, citing reports of hooliganism and arson in various regions of the state.

In her statements, Banerjee highlighted the severity of the situation, alleging that violent acts have targeted not only political activists but also vulnerable groups, including women and children. She claimed that ten TMC workers had been killed during this period, drawing attention to the urgent need for intervention and justice.

The political dynamics have shifted dramatically following the latest elections, which resulted in the BJP claiming 207 seats in the 294-member Assembly, thereby ending the TMC’s 15-year period of governance. The TMC, having secured only 80 seats, now faces significant challenges as they navigate the implications of the election results and the associated violence.

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