KOLKATA :
The TMC on Monday denounced the suspension of eight Rajya Sabha MPs, with its leader and West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee calling the action reflective of the “autocratic mindset” of the government.
Accusing the BJP of killing democracy, the Trinamool Congress chief declared she will fight the “Fascist” government in Parliament and on streets.
“Suspension of the 8 MPs who fought to protect farmers interests is unfortunate & reflective of this autocratic Govts mindset that doesnt respect democratic norms & principles. We won’t bow down & we’ll fight this fascist Govt in Parliament & on the streets. #BJPKilledDemocracy,” she tweeted.
The party termed the decision to suspend the MPs, including the TMC leader in Rajya Sabha Derek O’Brien, as “undemocratic” and assereted, “Parliament cannot be allowed to turn into a lawless…