TMC MP Kirti Azad Alleges Baruipur Encounter Was ‘Staged’ to Hide BJP's ‘Internal Secrets’

The political row over the police encounter involving the prime accused in the Baruipur rape-murder case intensified on Wednesday after Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Kirti Azad alleged that the operation was "staged" to protect the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and conceal its "internal secrets."

Azad's remarks have escalated the controversy surrounding the encounter, with the BJP dismissing the claims as baseless and politically motivated.

Kirti Azad Questions Police Encounter

Speaking to reporters, Kirti Azad claimed the encounter was not a routine police operation but a "staged" incident aimed at preventing the accused from revealing information that could allegedly embarrass the BJP.

Without presenting evidence to support the allegation, the TMC MP questioned the sequence of events that led to the accused's death and called for a transparent investigation into the encounter.

"The truth must come out. The circumstances surrounding the encounter raise serious questions," Azad said.

BJP Rejects Allegations

The BJP strongly denied Azad's allegations, accusing the TMC leader of attempting to politicise a sensitive criminal case.

Party leaders maintained that the police acted according to established procedures after the accused allegedly attempted to escape custody and attacked security personnel.

The BJP also demanded that political leaders refrain from making unverified claims while the official inquiry into the encounter is underway.

Encounter Sparks Political Debate

The death of the accused has triggered intense political debate in West Bengal.

Earlier, some TMC leaders had questioned the legality of the encounter, describing it as inconsistent with the principles of due process and the rule of law. Opposition parties have also sought greater transparency regarding the police operation.

The West Bengal Police have stated that the encounter occurred after the accused allegedly tried to flee and assaulted officers during the investigation.

Calls for Independent Inquiry

Legal experts and civil rights activists have called for an impartial probe into the encounter, noting that police shootings resulting in death are subject to mandatory investigations under established legal guidelines.

Authorities have indicated that the incident will be examined in accordance with applicable procedures, including a magisterial inquiry.

Political Tensions Continue

The Baruipur rape-murder case has already generated widespread public outrage, and the encounter has added a fresh political dimension to the investigation.

With allegations and counter-allegations continuing between the TMC and BJP, the focus is now likely to remain on the findings of the official inquiry, which will determine the circumstances surrounding the police action.

As of now, Kirti Azad's claim that the encounter was "staged" remains an allegation and has not been independently verified or substantiated by investigating authorities.