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Trinamool MP joins BJP, says no democracy in Bengal in ‘aunt-nephew’ reign (Second Lead)

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New Delhi, Jan 9 (IANS) In a setback for West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee ahead of Lok Sabha polls, Trinamool Congress MP Saumitra Khan on Wednesday joined the Bharatiya Janata Party, citing lack of democracy in the state.

Khan, whose induction in the saffron party was announced at a press conference here following his meeting with BJP President Amit Shah, also took potshots at Banerjee’s nephew and Trinamool’s virtual second-in-command Abhishek Banerjee by saying “Bengal is being ruled by a party of aunt and nephew”.

The Trinamool promptly responded by expelling Khan and another Lok Sabha member Anupam Hazra for “anti-party activities”.

Crossing over to the BJP in the presence of Union minister Dharmendra Pradhan and West Bengal BJP leader Mukul Roy, Khan accused Trinamool Congress of “snatching people’s voting rights”.

“There is no democracy in Bengal. I have repeatedly told the party that we should respect common people but that did not happen. Election is going on in the entire country, but not a single bomb has exploded anywhere (outside Bengal). They (Trinamool) are snatching people’s voting rights and doling out the funds received from the central government. West Bengal cannot be run in this way,” the former Trinamool leader claimed.

“The condition of farmers in Bengal is very bad. It is a matter of shame that Bengal’s youths are forced to pay cash for getting jobs. I joined BJP today because it is working for everyone’s development under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The way Amit Shah is leading the party, I am hopeful that a new sun will rise in Bengal soon,” he said.

Going ballistic, the 38-year-old leader alleged that oiling someone’s palm is the best way of doing politics under Trinamool’s rule and urged the youth of the state to come out in the streets and work for the betterment of common people.

Khan, who won the Kotulpur seat in Bankura district on a Congress ticket in 2011, switched allegiance to Trinamool in late 2013. The next year he contested and won from Bishnupur Lok Sabha seat on a Trinamool ticket.

Taking a swipe at Mamata Banerjee and her nephew and party MP Abhishek Banerjee, Khan wondered why a certain family from south Kolkata will rule Bengal.

“Bengal is being ruled by a party of aunt and nephew. It should not be the case that one family from south Kolkata should hold sway in Bengal. A handful of leaders from south Kolkata are enjoying all the power there. Not them, but the people of Bengal should have the power,” he said.

“Who is Abhishek Banerjee to decide whether I would get ticket in the 2019 elections from the party? I am a people’s representative. People will decide if I am eligible or not. I could not support the ‘police-raj’ that is going on in Bengal. That’s why I have joined BJP,” he said.

Responding to his comments, Abhishek Banerjee claimed Khan had won the elections by the grace of Mamata Banerjee and challenged BJP to field him as a candidate in the coming polls and ensure his victory.

“If he had so many problems with the party, he could have left earlier. Khan had won in 2011 and 2014 elections by the grace of Mamata Banerjee. I challenge him to share the details of his MP fund with common people. Let see how much work has he done as an MP.

“He has a big mouth. We will ensure that he doesn’t enter a polling booth in future,” he added.

–IANS

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Dr. Abhishek Verma Dedicates a Shelter in Memory of His Mother, Veena Verma, at KGMU; Inaugurated by Daughter Nicolle Verma

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World-renowned business tycoon Dr. Abhishek Verma has supported Foodman Vishal Singh’s Hunger-Free World mission. In memory of his mother, Late Veena Verma, who was a 3 term Rajya Sabha MP.

Dr. Verma dedicated a state-of-the-art free permanent shelter for the attendants of patients at KGMU Medical University, Lucknow, under the aegis of Vijay Shree Foundation. His daughter, Nicolle Verma, inaugurated the shelter.

During the event, Foodman Vishal Singh honored Nicolle Verma by presenting her with a memento. Mrs. Nidhi Sharma and Avantika Yadav, associated with the organization, welcomed her with garlands. Following this, Nicolle Verma distributed essential items to the attendants and also handed out fruits. She became emotional remembering her grandmother on her birth anniversary.

On this occasion, she also inaugurated the “Veena Verma Sevalaya” in memory of her grandmother, Veena Verma, to serve the attendants. She expressed, “I feel proud that my family is engaged in nation-building as well as social service. Today, in collaboration with Vijay Shree Foundation founder Foodman Vishal Singh Ji, I feel immensely proud to dedicate this shelter for the poor, helpless, and needy attendants of patients battling serious illnesses like cancer. I am honored to be associated with the Hunger-Free World Mission for humanity.”

Inspired by the continuous humanitarian service provided by Vijay Shree Foundation over the past 17 years, Nicolle Verma donated 10 lakh rupees to support the cause. The purpose of this donation is to ensure that services continue for the needy attendants of patients suffering from severe illnesses in hospitals, as facilitated by Foodman Vishal Singh.

It is noteworthy that Dr. Abhishek Verma’s family has a legacy of public and philanthropic service. They are helping millions to carry forward the values and service work of their parents. On the occasion of his mother’s birth anniversary, Dr. Abhishek Verma dedicated this state-of-the-art permanent shelter at Lucknow Medical College to serve the attendants of patients through the Vijay Shree Foundation.

Supporting Foodman Vishal Singh’s Hunger-Free World mission, Dr. Abhishek Verma assured that he would continually support keeping this flame of humanity alive. He also promised to assist in providing medicines to the helpless patients.

Continuing her grandmother’s legacy of service, Nicolle Verma personally served food to the needy patients and attendants. She said, “It is our good fortune to have received the joy of doing this noble work today through Foodman Vishal Singh. I have taken another step forward in carrying my family’s values and cooperation by joining hands with the Vijay Shree Foundation. My father taught me to serve and help the needy, and I feel happy when I bring a smile to someone’s face.”

On the birth anniversary of the late Veena Verma, the event organizer, Vijay Shree Foundation founder Foodman Vishal Singh, said, “We feel proud and happy that Dr. Abhishek Verma, a globally renowned business tycoon, has extended his support to uplift our country from the hunger index. Today, on his mother’s birth anniversary, he inaugurated a state-of-the-art permanent shelter at Lucknow Medical College, which will always be helpful for the needy attendants of patients. It is a pleasure for me and the organization to receive the affection of Mr. Verma.”

The event was attended by General Manager Verma Family Office Hemant Garg, Sonu Rajput, and the organization’s volunteers, including Sandeep Singh, Parmeshwar Ji, Prashant Rao Gautam, Balram Singh, Ramesh Chaudhary, Suman, Jeetu, Anil, Suraj, Vinay, Manish Bhadauria, Manas Mehrotra, Vivek, Apurv, Happy, and others.

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