“Vote for TMC or leave”: TMC leader Imran Hasan Molla
A political controversy has broken out after a video from an election meeting in Magrahat, West Bengal, showed Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader Imran Hasan Molla allegedly warning voters about the consequences of not supporting the party.
In the widely circulated clip, Molla appears to suggest that those who do not vote for the TMC could lose access to government welfare benefits and may have to leave the area with their families. The video has gained significant traction online, drawing attention as the state heads toward the 2026 Assembly elections.
Opposition parties have seized on the remarks, alleging that they amount to voter intimidation. They have called on the Election Commission to intervene, arguing that such statements undermine free and fair elections by creating fear among voters.
The TMC has not issued a detailed response to the specific comments. However, the party has previously maintained that it upholds democratic values and supports fair electoral practices.
With political activity intensifying ahead of the elections, authorities are expected to take note of the incident. The episode has added to the already charged atmosphere in West Bengal, as parties gear up for a closely watched electoral contest.
