ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash EP-380 | ED vs Mamata, Bengal Polls, I-PAC Raids, Infiltration & SIR | Sukanta Majumdar
Jan 13, 2026
Sukanta Majumdar, a Lok Sabha MP and Union Minister of State for Education, dives into the intricacies of West Bengal politics ahead of the 2026 polls. He discusses controversial ED raids on the TMC-linked I-PAC and critiques Mamata Banerjee's governance, alleging lawlessness under her rule. Majumdar addresses concerns over changing demographics and border security, while emphasizing the need for long-term reforms to tackle the jobs crisis. He also reflects on the rise of new parties and the BJP's strategies to reshape the political landscape in Bengal.
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ED Raids Raise Questions About Documents
- Sukanta Majumdar argues ED raids on I-PAC reveal alleged links between a private firm and West Bengal government documents.
- He frames the episode as proof of political interference by TMC and questions rule-of-law in Bengal.
Law And Order Narrative In Bengal
- Majumdar says Mamata Banerjee's courtroom and street actions show breakdown of law and order.
- He claims public discontent will remove her via democratic means at the next election.
Chief Minister Inside A Police Station
- Majumdar recounts Mamata Banerjee entering a police station to free detainees and describes it as lawlessness.
- He uses this incident to illustrate his claim of governance breakdown under TMC.