Multiple FIRs Filed After Violence at Abhishek Banerjee’s 39th Birthday Events

A series of First Information Reports (FIRs) have been lodged following violent clashes that surrounded the 39th birthday celebrations of Diamond Harbour MP Abhishek Banerjee in Kalighat, Kolkata, on the nights of November 6 and 7. Four FIRs have been recorded at the Kalighat police station, reflecting the complexity of the incident.

Two of the FIRs were automatically entered by Kolkata Police as part of routine procedure. A third FIR was filed after the MP personally approached authorities to report disruptions he claimed were caused by rival political workers. The fourth FIR originated from local resident and BJP worker Guriya Hari, who cited direct involvement of the MP in the altercation.

During the celebrations, local inhabitants and BJP cadres alleged that the event’s organizers deliberately blocked several streets, hampering sculptors and worshippers who needed to transport KALI idols for the upcoming KALI PUJA. In retaliation, workers associated with the Mamata‑led inner circle (MAITC) asserted that they were assaulted without any prior provocation.

The skirmish left several participants injured on both sides. Police responded with a large contingent, employing baton charges to disperse the crowd. Video recordings showed the MP confronting police officials in a heated argument as the situation escalated.

Investigators from the Detective Department have taken over the case, visiting the site again on Tuesday morning to re‑examine evidence and interview witnesses. The three suspects already in custody – Mohammad Touqir Alam, Mohammad Irshad and Shridip Das – are expected to face further legal scrutiny as the probe continues.