Addressing a public rally in Malda’s Harirampur, TMC supremo Mamata Banerjee lauded the State CID for its swift action in the Kaliachak incident. Taking a dig at central agencies, she remarked, “Our CID caught the culprits before the NIA could even step in.” Political analysts view this as a direct assertion that the state’s law enforcement remains superior to central counterparts despite the election pressure.

The Chief Minister also shifted the blame for the Kaliachak unrest onto the Election Commission, reminding the audience that during polls, the state administration functions under the EC’s mandate. However, she emphasized that the state government remained proactive, leading to the high-profile arrest of mastermind Mofakkerul Islam at Bagdogra airport.

Furthermore, Mamata accused an “unholy alliance” of BJP, AIMIM, and Congress for inciting violence in the Mothabari area. Ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections, her fiery speech has set the stage for a heated political battle over the state’s law and order narrative.