The common people of Aushgram in West Bengal gathered on Sunday to pay their last respects to Martyr Comrade Rajibul Haque, who was killed in Trinamool violence during the panchayat elections.
Comrade Haque was a member of the CPI(M) and a popular leader in the area. He was attacked by a group of Trinamool goons on friday, and he succumbed to his injuries in the hospital.
The funeral procession was led by CPI(M) State Secretary Comrade Mah Salim, CPI(M) Central Committee Member Comrade Avas Roychowdhury, and party leaders from East Burdwan district. Thousands of people lined the streets to pay their respects to Comrade Haque.
In his speech at the funeral, Comrade Salim condemned the Trinamool violence and called for the perpetrators to be brought to justice. He said that Comrade Haque's death was a reminder of the dangers that political activists face in West Bengal.
Comrade Haque's death is a tragedy, but his sacrifice will not be in vain. His memory will inspire the people of Aushgram to continue to fight for a better future.
Here are some additional details about the incident:
- Comrade Haque was attacked by a group of Trinamool goons on Saturday, July 7, 2023, at around 8:00 PM.
- The attack took place in Aushgram, a town in East Burdwan district, West Bengal.
- Comrade Haque was rushed to the hospital, but he succumbed to his injuries a few hours later.
- The Trinamool goons have been identified, but they have not yet been arrested.
- The CPI(M) has filed a police complaint against the Trinamool goons.
- The incident has sparked outrage in Aushgram and other parts of West Bengal.
- People are demanding justice for Comrade Haque and an end to political violence in the state.
