Kolkata: A video purportedly showing former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee confronting the chief executive officer of a private hospital has gone viral on social media, sparking a fresh political controversy in the state. The incident occurred hours after her nephew and Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee was allegedly attacked by a crowd in South 24 Parganas district.
The viral clip, shared by BJP leaders and supporters online, appears to show Mamata Banerjee expressing anger towards the CEO of Kolkata’s Belle Vue Hospital after doctors reportedly declined to admit Abhishek Banerjee, citing the absence of serious injuries.
The video has triggered a war of words between the ruling Trinamool Congress and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), with both sides making competing claims about the events surrounding the hospital visit.
Video sparks political controversy
The clip was shared by BJP state spokesperson Debjit Sarkar, who alleged that Mamata Banerjee attempted to pressure hospital authorities into admitting her nephew despite medical reports indicating only minor injuries.
In the video, Banerjee is purportedly heard reprimanding Belle Vue Hospital CEO Pradeep Tandon and accusing him of misleading the family.
Sarkar questioned whether efforts were being made to avoid legal scrutiny and claimed that political influence should not affect hospital admissions or medical decisions.
The allegations have fuelled intense debate on social media, with supporters of both parties offering differing interpretations of the incident.
Abhishek Banerjee attacked in South 24 Parganas
The controversy stems from an incident in South 24 Parganas, where Abhishek Banerjee had travelled to meet families reportedly affected by post-poll violence.
Videos circulating online showed a crowd confronting the Trinamool Congress leader, shouting slogans and allegedly throwing eggs and stones in his direction.
Visuals from the scene showed Banerjee later wearing a cricket helmet for protection as security personnel escorted him away from the area.
Following the incident, he was taken to Belle Vue Hospital in Kolkata for medical evaluation.
Hospital says injuries were minor
According to a statement issued by the hospital, doctors found no serious signs of injury.
Hospital authorities reportedly stated that Abhishek Banerjee was conscious, oriented and communicating normally, with only bruises observed on his chest.
Based on the medical assessment, doctors decided that hospital admission was not necessary.
The hospital maintained that its decision was based solely on medical findings and standard procedures.
Mamata alleges pressure on hospital
Mamata Banerjee disputed the hospital’s assessment and claimed that her nephew had suffered blood clots around his chest area.
She further alleged that political pressure was being exerted on hospital authorities to prevent them from admitting Abhishek Banerjee for treatment.
According to her statements, hospital administrators were allegedly receiving pressure from various quarters regarding the admission decision.
Following the disagreement, Abhishek Banerjee was shifted to another hospital for further treatment and observation.
Mamata also warned that if any complications arose from her nephew’s injuries, the hospitals involved in his treatment could be held responsible.
BJP denies involvement in attack
The Trinamool Congress has described the attack on Abhishek Banerjee as “BJP-sponsored”, alleging that opposition supporters were behind the incident.
However, the BJP has strongly denied any involvement and rejected the accusations.
The party has instead focused on questioning the events surrounding the hospital episode and the subsequent public statements made by Mamata Banerjee.
The incident has added another chapter to the ongoing political rivalry between the two parties ahead of future electoral battles in West Bengal.
Investigation and political reactions continue
The attack on Abhishek Banerjee and the subsequent hospital controversy continue to dominate political discussions across the state.
While supporters of the Trinamool Congress argue that the MP faced a serious threat and deserved comprehensive medical attention, BJP leaders maintain that medical decisions should remain independent of political influence.
Authorities have not announced any official findings regarding the allegations made by either side, and the matter remains the subject of political debate.
Conclusion
The viral video involving Mamata Banerjee and Belle Vue Hospital’s CEO has intensified an already contentious political situation following the alleged attack on Abhishek Banerjee. With both the Trinamool Congress and BJP presenting conflicting narratives, the incident has become a major talking point in West Bengal politics, drawing attention to questions surrounding security, medical assessments and political accountability.