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In a politically charged statement, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee offered to "cook food" for Prime Minister Narendra Modi, eliciting mixed responses from various parties. Banerjee's offer was met with suspicion and accusations of political maneuvering by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), while the Communist Party of India (Marxist) (CPM) hinted at a potential "understanding" between the Trinamool Congress (TMC) and the BJP.
Banerjee's offer was made during an election rally, where she criticized the BJP for allegedly interfering with the food habits of the people. She stated that she would be happy to cook for Prime Minister Modi but expressed uncertainty about whether he would eat what she cooked. Banerjee's remarks sparked sharp reactions from the BJP, with former state president Tathagata Roy suggesting that she first offer pork chop to her lieutenant, Firhad Hakim.
The BJP claimed that Banerjee's offer was a deliberate attempt to trap Prime Minister Modi, knowing that he is a strict vegetarian. They accused her of twisting Modi's comments about dietary habits and insulting devout Hindus. The CPM, on the other hand, suggested that Banerjee's offer could be an attempt to placate the Prime Minister, given her public criticism of his politics and divisive speeches.
The TMC defended Banerjee's remarks, stating that she spoke about the unique religious and cultural diversity of India and the theme of "unity in diversity." They criticized the BJP for trying to impose their agenda on people's diets and customs. The TMC MP, Dola Sen, emphasized that Modi has the right to eat what he likes and so does every other Indian.
Banerjee's offer and the subsequent political reactions highlight the ongoing tensions between different political parties in India. The incident also raises questions about the role of food and dietary habits in politics and the importance of respecting religious and cultural diversity.
Source: In Mamata Banerjee's Offer To Cook For PM Modi, BJP Sees Political Agenda