Former Bengal Deputy Speaker Dies by Suicide, Citing Political Hostility
Sushil Kumar Bauri, a former Deputy Speaker of the West Bengal Assembly and TMC leader, died by suicide, leaving a note that cited political hostility as a reason for his decision. West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee expressed sorrow, attributing his death to the human cost of relentless political animosity.
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'Human cost of relentless political hostility': Mamata on TMC leader's suicide
The former West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee claimed that Asish Banerjee was "repeatedly maligned, falsely accused and subjected to relentless pressure". She said: The harassment and mental pressure he faced, despite his long record of public service, should make all of us pause and reflect on the human cost of relentless political hostility". Meanwhile, West Begal chief minister Suvendu Adhikari said he would ensure probe into suicide.
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Read full article →'Entering Politics Was A Mistake': Ex-Bengal Deputy Speaker's Suicide Note Found
Asish Banerjee was found dead at Trinamool's office next to his house in West Bengal's Birbhum.
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