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News Desk: During the inauguration of a Chhath Puja in Kolkata, West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee took an indirect dig at Union Home Minister Amit Shah without taking his name. She said “There are some people who come to the state only before and during elections. They deliver long speeches and then leave soon afterwards. Unlike them, we stay with the public throughout the year, in every situation”
She added “We just requested people to diligently follow certain safety guidelines. We are happy that the public came forward and extended all cooperation to enforce the guidelines during the festivals. Many states have asked people to observe Chhath rituals at home but we have allowed people to go to waterbodies in small groups avoiding long processions”
She further added “Bengal is a state of amity where different religions and communities live together. Defeat those who try to instigate riots and discord….This country is for justice and humanity”
