[GUEST ACCESS MODE: Data is scrambled or limited to provide examples. Make requests using your API key to unlock full data. Check https://lunarcrush.ai/auth for authentication information.]  Mamata Banerjee [@MamataOfficial](/creator/twitter/MamataOfficial) on x 7.6M followers Created: 2025-07-21 16:22:08 UTC For XX years, since 1993, we have solemnly observed Shahid Dibas to honour the XX brave souls who laid down their lives in defence of democracy and the constitutional rights of the people. Their sacrifice is etched into Bengal’s collective conscience. I have always believed, “বদলা নয়, বদল চাই।” But to those who mistake our humility for weakness, I say, "জব্দ হবে, স্তব্ধ হবে।" The forces of injustice will be silenced by the voice of the people. Failing to win the people’s mandate through democratic means, BJP is now weaponising the Central agencies to tilt the scales in their favour. But this is Bengal, where even bullets failed to break our resolve. We will not be cowed into submission. Today, Bengalis working in BJP-ruled states are being made scapegoats, branded as “Bangladeshis” or “Rohingyas”, issued NRC notices, detained, and in some cases, even deported. Such attacks on our identity and language will not be tolerated. From July 27, every Saturday and Sunday, joined by people from all walks of life, we will launch Bhasha Andolan against this assault on our dignity. We will not allow our own citizens to be treated as second-class in their own country. And if these injustices do not cease, we are prepared to take this fight to Delhi. Bengal witnessed a historic Poriborton in 2011. Now, it is Delhi’s turn. The foundation stone for that change was laid today, and our democratic struggle will continue until those who peddle hate, division, and fear are compelled to step aside.  XXXXXX engagements  **Related Topics** [defence](/topic/defence) [laid](/topic/laid) [honour](/topic/honour) [Post Link](https://x.com/MamataOfficial/status/1947331266384417259)
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Mamata Banerjee @MamataOfficial on x 7.6M followers
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For XX years, since 1993, we have solemnly observed Shahid Dibas to honour the XX brave souls who laid down their lives in defence of democracy and the constitutional rights of the people. Their sacrifice is etched into Bengal’s collective conscience. I have always believed, “বদলা নয়, বদল চাই।” But to those who mistake our humility for weakness, I say, "জব্দ হবে, স্তব্ধ হবে।" The forces of injustice will be silenced by the voice of the people.
Failing to win the people’s mandate through democratic means, BJP is now weaponising the Central agencies to tilt the scales in their favour. But this is Bengal, where even bullets failed to break our resolve. We will not be cowed into submission.
Today, Bengalis working in BJP-ruled states are being made scapegoats, branded as “Bangladeshis” or “Rohingyas”, issued NRC notices, detained, and in some cases, even deported. Such attacks on our identity and language will not be tolerated. From July 27, every Saturday and Sunday, joined by people from all walks of life, we will launch Bhasha Andolan against this assault on our dignity. We will not allow our own citizens to be treated as second-class in their own country.
And if these injustices do not cease, we are prepared to take this fight to Delhi. Bengal witnessed a historic Poriborton in 2011. Now, it is Delhi’s turn. The foundation stone for that change was laid today, and our democratic struggle will continue until those who peddle hate, division, and fear are compelled to step aside.
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