A senior Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader faced public humiliation in Hooghly district after residents accused him of corruption and paraded him through the streets with a garland made of shoes.
Sapan Samanta, former chairman of Tarakeswar municipality, became the target of public outrage as locals forced him to perform sit-ups while holding his ears. They pelted him with eggs and tomatoes, shouting slogans demanding accountability. Videos of the incident surfaced on social media, showing Samanta surrounded by angry residents.
Witnesses said the mob confronted Samanta over alleged irregularities during his tenure as civic chief. The protest quickly turned chaotic, with residents expressing frustration over corruption and mismanagement.
The incident drew widespread attention across Bengal, highlighting growing public anger against local leaders accused of graft. The Trinamool Congress has not yet issued an official statement regarding the matter.
Police sources confirmed they are reviewing footage and gathering details to assess the situation. The episode underscores the volatile atmosphere surrounding corruption allegations in local governance.
