West Bengal's political landscape has been marked by escalating tensions between the BJP and the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC) following controversies surrounding Vidyasagar University's examination question paper and statements about Kashmir tourism. The BJP, led by Leader of Opposition Suvendu Adhikari, criticized the university's question paper for labeling freedom fighters as 'terrorists' and revolutionaries as 'militants,' accusing the TMC government of undermining the future of 500,000 students. BJP members protested outside Vidyasagar University in Midnapore. Suvendu Adhikari also issued a strong warning against Rohingya Muslims residing in India and advised Bengalis not to visit Muslim-majority areas in Kashmir, instead suggesting destinations like Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand. This stance contrasts with Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's encouragement for West Bengal residents to visit Jammu and Kashmir following a terror attack in Pahalgam. The BJP's remarks have drawn sharp criticism from TMC leaders, including West Bengal Minister Shashi Panja, who accused Adhikari of promoting a terrorist agenda and undermining tourism. Additionally, BJP West Bengal president Samik Bhattacharya stated that the TMC's ideology favors Congress as the sole freedom fighter, explaining the derogatory references in the question paper. Suvendu Adhikari also threatened to expose information about Mamata Banerjee and announced plans to take significant action on the Bauria issue. The political confrontation underscores deepening divisions in West Bengal ahead of the legislative assembly elections.
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