Why are book stalls set up by Left parties at Durga Puja Pandals being attacked in West Bengal? Explained
In West Bengal, book stalls organized by Left parties at Durga Puja pandals have faced vandalism and assaults. Officials say the incidents reflect a broader political clash that intensified after the BJP assumed state control in May 2026. The attacks are viewed as attempts to marginalize opposition voices during the high‑visibility festival, prompting condemnation from civil society groups.