FIR has charged Mithun Chakraborty with ‘provocative speech’; BJP alleges ‘vendetta politics’

An FIR has been filed against the actor-turned-BJP leader Mithun Chakrabortyfollowing allegations that he made a provocative speech during a BJP event held last month in North 24 Parganas district.

The complaint, filed at the Bidhannagar South police station, relates to Chakraborty’s comments at the Eastern Zonal Cultural Center (EZCC) in Salt Lake on October 27, where Union Home Minister Amit Shah was also present, who West Bengal branch of BJP’s membership launched. driving force.

According to a senior officer of Bidhannagar police, “We have started an investigation into the matter.”

Chakraborty, who received the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award earlier this year, was reportedly unavailable for comment. However, BJP state president and Union minister Sukanta Majumdar denounced the FIR and termed it ‘vendetta politics’. He claimed: “There is nothing provocative in his speech. These are nothing but attempts to intimidate him by using the police as a political tool.”

During his speech on October 27, Chakraborty announced his party’s ambitions in West Bengal, stating: “By 2026, the masnad (throne) will be ours, and we will do everything we can to achieve the goal.” He also urged the workers at the BJP booth level to resist attempts to intimidate BJP voters ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections, citing past incidents where voters were reportedly discouraged from voting for the to support the saffron party.

Mithun’s message was seen as a direct response to comments made by TMC MLA Humayun Kabir, who had earlier made comments during the Lok Sabha elections that were seen as communal and targeted BJP supporters.

As the investigation continues, the FIR has intensified the already intense political climate in West Bengal, raising questions about freedom of expression and the use of law enforcement in political conflicts. For now, both Chakraborty’s supporters and critics are waiting for further developments as the actor’s comments and subsequent police action continue to fuel the debate.

(With input from agencies)