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Syama Prasad at the centre of Bengal’s new political story: BJP’s cultural reset

The BJP is actively reshaping Bengal’s historical narrative, emphasizing Syama Prasad Mookerjee’s role in the state’s Partition. By designating June 20 as West Bengal Day and celebrating Mookerjee’s legacy, the party aims to correct perceived historical neglect. Critics argue this selective focus distorts a complex past, overlooking the broader political forces and human cost of Partition.

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