TMC accuses BJP workers of torching athlete-politician Swapna Barman's house
Trinamool Congress (TMC) has accused BJP supporters of setting fire to the house of athlete and politician Swapna Barman. TMC general secretary Abhishek Banerjee claimed that Barman was targeted due to her political affiliation with the TMC. Barman expressed regret over her political involvement after facing threats and violence following the alleged arson incident.
- ▪Swapna Barman, an Asian Games gold medalist, alleged that her house was set on fire by BJP supporters.
- ▪TMC's Abhishek Banerjee condemned the violence and criticized the BJP for creating a climate of fear.
- ▪Barman stated she received threats, including death threats, after joining the TMC and participating in the Assembly elections.
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Asian games gold medal winning athlete and Trinamool Congress candidate in the West Bengal Assembly polls, Swapna Barman came under attack by BJP, alleged Trinamool Congress on Saturday (May 16, 2026). Trinamool Congress general secretary Abhishek Banerjee said that on Friday (May 15, 2026), BJP supporters set fire to her home.Taking to X, Mr. Banerjee alleged that Ms. Barman was targeted by "BJP goons" because she joined the TMC and fought the recently concluded state polls on the party's ticket."An athlete who brought glory to the nation is being repaid with violence, intimidation and fear -- simply because she chose to stand with the Trinamool Congress," he wrote.The post from the TMC's general secretary -- stating "India FAILED YOU, dear Swapna" -- came a day after an exasperated Ms.
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