Bengali singer has alleged harassment by a Trinamool Congress leader in West Bengal, claiming she faced pressure and intimidation for singing a religious song. The allegation has sparked political reactions and renewed debate over freedom of expression in the state.
Singer Makes Serious Allegations
According to the singer, the incident occurred after she performed a religious song at a public or cultural event. She alleged that a local TMC leader objected to the performance and later harassed her over it.
She claimed the actions caused mental distress and created fear, prompting her to speak out publicly.
Soon after the allegation surfaced, opposition parties accused the ruling TMC of intolerance and misuse of power. They demanded a fair probe and questioned whether artists feel safe expressing themselves freely in West Bengal.
As a result, the issue quickly took on political significance beyond the individual complaint.
TMC Responds to the Claims
TMC leaders denied the allegations and said the party does not support harassment or intimidation. They maintained that the matter should be investigated objectively and warned against politicising the issue.
However, they did not confirm whether any internal action had been initiated.
The incident has reignited discussion around artistic freedom and religious expression. Cultural voices and civil society groups stressed that singers and performers should not face pressure for their choice of content.
Therefore, many called for clear safeguards to protect artists from political interference.
