Kolkata: Senior Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader and Kamarhati MLA Madan Mitra faced public anger on Saturday night after eggs were allegedly hurled at his vehicle during a protest in the Ariadaha area of North 24 Parganas district. The incident comes amid growing political tensions and public dissatisfaction following the TMC’s setback in the recent West Bengal Assembly elections.
According to reports, the protest took place in Ariadaha under the Kamarhati Assembly constituency when local residents confronted Mitra’s convoy. During the demonstration, eggs were allegedly thrown at a vehicle associated with the veteran TMC leader. Visuals from the scene quickly circulated on social media, drawing widespread political attention across the state.
The incident is being viewed as part of a broader wave of protests targeting Trinamool Congress leaders at various levels. Since the party’s electoral defeat, several senior leaders and local representatives have reportedly faced demonstrations from residents and political opponents in different parts of West Bengal.
While no injuries were reported during the protest, the episode has highlighted the increasingly volatile political atmosphere in the state. Police personnel present at the spot reportedly intervened to prevent the situation from escalating further and ensured that the convoy moved out of the area safely. Authorities have not reported any major law and order disturbances linked to the incident.
Madan Mitra, known for his outspoken political style and strong grassroots presence, has remained one of the most recognisable faces of the Trinamool Congress. The latest protest against him comes at a time when the party is grappling with internal dissent, organisational restructuring and growing speculation over its future political direction following the election results.
Political observers believe the incident reflects the challenges currently facing the Trinamool Congress as it attempts to rebuild its organisation and reconnect with voters after the electoral setback. Public protests directed at party leaders have become a recurring feature of West Bengal’s political landscape in recent weeks, adding to pressure on the leadership.
The TMC leadership has maintained that isolated incidents should not be interpreted as a reflection of the party’s overall support base. However, opposition parties have sought to portray such protests as evidence of growing public discontent.