Mamata Banerjee Slams Delhi Police Over “Bangladeshi Language” Reference
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has strongly criticized the Delhi Police for allegedly referring to Bengali as the “Bangladeshi national language” in a letter reportedly sent to the state guest house. This incident has sparked a political debate, with the BJP calling for restraint and urging against politicization of the matter.
BJP Urges Against Politicizing Language Issue
The BJP has responded to Mamata Banerjee’s criticism, urging all parties to avoid politicizing the issue. They emphasized the importance of respecting all languages and called for a measured response to the situation.
Controversy Erupts Over Bengali Language Reference
The controversy arose from a purported letter from the Delhi Police, which allegedly referred to Bengali as the “Bangladeshi national language.” This wording drew immediate condemnation from Mamata Banerjee, who viewed it as a disrespectful mischaracterization of the Bengali language and culture. The incident has highlighted the sensitive nature of language and identity politics in India.