In a bold act of defiance, TMC parliamentarians stormed Delhi’s streets protesting the Enforcement Directorate’s aggressive raids on party functionaries. The high-voltage drama unfolded close to India Gate, drawing sharp attention to the Centre-state tussle.
Brandishing banners reading ‘Stop Misusing ED’ and ‘End Witch-Hunt,’ the group of around 30 TMC leaders marched vociferously, halting traffic and amplifying their grievances through megaphones. They alleged the raids were timed to derail TMC’s momentum in upcoming polls, pointing fingers at the Modi government’s ‘agency raj.’
Rapid response from Delhi Police led to a swift crackdown. Barricades were erected, water cannons placed on standby, and protesters – including firebrand MPs – were rounded up in a matter of minutes. Videos of the detentions went viral, showing tussles and heated arguments between lawmakers and law enforcers.
TMC has since mobilized its cadre nationwide, with Mamata Banerjee terming the detentions ‘a dark day for democracy.’ Party insiders reveal plans for a larger agitation if the MPs aren’t released promptly. Meanwhile, the ED maintains its operations are routine and evidence-based, dismissing political motives.
This flare-up revives memories of similar standoffs involving opposition parties. As legal battles ensue in courts, the political theater in Delhi promises more twists. For TMC, it’s a rallying cry; for the Centre, a test of administrative resolve. The coming days will reveal if this protest marks a turning point in the opposition’s fightback.
