West Bengal: Suvendhu Adhikari alleges illegal mining activities in Saltora; 2 dead after dynamite explodes

Bankura (West Bengal) [India], August 31 (ANI): In a shocking incident, two individuals lost their lives in a dynamite explosion in Saltora, Bankura, on Friday night.

The opposition leader, Suvendu Adhikari, took to social media to reveal that the deceased, Joydeb Mandal and another person, were carrying dynamite on their motorcycle for illegal mining operations.

“Joydeb Mandal (Bablu) of Jhanka; Saltora; Bankura district and another person were carrying dynamite on their motorcycle. The dynamite was being carried for illegal mining operations. Unfortunately, the dynamite exploded and both of them lost their lives,” posted Adhikari on X.

The opposition leader claimed that illegal mining in Saltora resumed after Arup Chakraborty of the TMC party was elected as MP, with the connivance of the local police. He demanded that the NIA take note of the incident and investigate the involvement of TMC leaders in illegal mining activities.

“Illegal mining activities have resumed in the Saltora area after Arup Chakraborty of TMC Party got elected as the MP. The arrangements for carrying out the illegal mining operations were fine-tuned with the Mamata Police’s connivance. Hence the requirement to carry the explosive dynamites in such a dangerous & unsafe manner. DG @NIA_India kindly take note of the incident,” said Adhikari.

Adhikari alleged that the local police attempted to cover up the incident by hastily cremating the bodies. He informed the Director General of West Bengal Police, Rajeev Kumar, and the Bankura Police, urging them to ensure a thorough investigation and prevent such illegal activities.

“The local Police are trying to cremate them in a hush-hush manner to cover up the whole incident. Mr DG @WBPolice Rajiv Kumar and Mr Superintendent of Police; Bankura (@spbankura) district, kindly be informed about the same through this post of mine. Don’t let this unethical and illegal act happen. Ensure that the dead bodies are not cremated without post-mortem,” added Adhikari.

Adhikari’s expose has sparked outrage and demands for justice, highlighting the need for accountability and action against those involved in illegal mining operations in West Bengal.