Abhishek Banerjee says armed individuals at airport posed security threat; Trinamool claims ‘murder bid’ (opens original article in a new tab)

TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee alleged a security threat at Kolkata airport involving armed individuals, leading to political accusations between TMC and BJP over law and order issues.

• TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee claimed armed individuals posed a security threat at Kolkata airport on June 19, 2026
• Trinamool leaders condemned the incident and questioned the state government's law and order management
• TMC supporters alleged women were manhandled and others heckled during clashes with BJP supporters at the airport
• BJP denied direct association with attacks on TMC leaders following their loss in May 2026