Controversy Erupts in Howrah: Panchayat Head Faces Backlash over Viral Video
In a shocking turn of events in howrah’s Jagatballavpur, teh head of the Baragachia Panchayat has found herself at the center of a storm after an objectionable video surfaced online. For nearly a month, she refrained from visiting the Panchayat office, but when she attempted to return with police assistance, she was met with fierce resistance from local villagers. This incident highlights the growing tensions within the community and raises questions about accountability and governance.
The viral video, which has sparked outrage, led to the Panchayat head being targeted with posters across the area.Villagers, feeling deprived of essential services like certificates and project benefits, expressed their frustration when she tried to enter the office. Reports indicate that they resorted to physical violence, pulling her hair and striking her in front of the police. Allegations have surfaced that the video was circulated as a means to discredit her, orchestrated by local political figures, including MLA Satinath Ghosh. While Ghosh declined to comment on the matter, local region head Mohammad Jafar acknowledged that the nature of the viral images incited the villagers’ anger. This incident not only underscores the volatile intersection of politics and community sentiment but also raises critical questions about the role of leadership in times of crisis.
