Mamata Banerjee, chief of the Trinamool Congress, personally fanned party leader Kunal Ghosh after he fell ill during a protest in central Kolkata [1, 2].
The incident occurred during a day-long dharna, highlighting the physical toll of the party's public demonstrations and the internal dynamics of the TMC leadership.
The protest was organized as a dharna against alleged attacks on Trinamool Congress workers and leaders [1]. These incidents reportedly followed the victory of the Bharatiya Janata Party in the recent Assembly elections [1].
During the event on Tuesday, Kunal Ghosh became unwell amidst the gathering in central Kolkata [1, 2]. Banerjee was seen providing direct assistance to Ghosh by fanning him to provide relief from the conditions [1, 2].
The gathering served as a focal point for the party to voice grievances regarding the political climate in the region. The presence of the party chief during the medical emergency of a senior leader drew significant attention to the proceedings in the city center [1, 2].
“Mamata Banerjee personally fanned party leader Kunal Ghosh after he fell ill”
This interaction underscores the high-tension environment following the recent Assembly elections. By personally assisting a colleague during a public protest, Banerjee projects an image of solidarity and care within the Trinamool Congress as the party navigates the political aftermath of the BJP's victory.
