TMC Leader Faces Police Probe Over North Bengal Threat

A viral video featuring Trinamool Congress leader Sukdev Ray has sparked significant tension in Dhupguri after he allegedly warned Bengalis to leave North Bengal by August 15. The Jalpaiguri police have taken suo motu cognizance of the matter and registered a case following a formal complaint lodged by a group of local youths at the Dhupguri police station. The incident has caused widespread concern across the region.

Details of the viral video

In the video circulating on social media, Sukdev Ray is allegedly heard issuing a deadline for Bengalis to vacate the area. During his remarks, he referenced the 2002 KLO militant attack on the CPI(M) office in Dhupguri. Reports indicate that Ray is considered a close associate of the local TMC MLA, Nirmal Chandra Ray. As of now, Sukdev Ray has not issued any public response or clarification regarding the controversial statement.

Political reactions and police investigation

Political parties have strongly condemned the remarks, with the CPI(M) and BJP demanding immediate administrative action. CPI(M) Dhupguri Area Committee Secretary Jayanta Majumdar described the statement as an attempt to disrupt social and communal harmony. Meanwhile, BJP Jalpaiguri District Secretary Madhav Chandra Ray claimed that the leader has a history of making provocative statements online. The administration is currently investigating the potential links between the leader and any separatist elements to prevent further escalation of tension in the region.