Armed Individuals Detained at Kolkata Airport Amid Security Concerns

Abhishek Banerjee Says Armed Individuals at Airport Posed Security Threat; Trinamool Claims ‘Murder Bid’ West Bengal, 15 June 2026 – The Trinamool Congress party was plunged into fresh turmoil yesterday evening when its general ary, Abhishek Banerjee, alleged that armed individuals at a city airport posed a significant security threat to him and his family. The incident has left many questioning the safety and security arrangements in place at the airport. According to Banerjee, he had flown into Kolkata Airport from Delhi and was making his way to the departure terminal when he spotted a group of individuals, allegedly armed, near the arrivals area..

Banerjee immediately raised the alarm and informed airport authorities about the situation. The incident is said to have taken place around 10:30 PM local time. The security personnel promptly intervened, and the individuals in question were detained and handed over to the police..

Trinamool Congress leaders have termed the incident a murder bid and have demanded a thorough investigation into the matter. The party claims that the presence of armed individuals at the airport was an attempt to intimidate and silence Banerjee, who has been a vocal critic of the Mamata Banerjee-led government in the state. This is a clear case of attempts to murder Abhishek Banerjee, said a senior party leader, requesting anonymity..

Banerjee, who was one of the first leaders to come under physical attack after the Trinamool Congress lost the elections on May 4, has been facing increasing pressure from opposition parties to quit politics. The recent incident has further polarized the situation in the state, with various parties weighing in on the issue. We have written to the authorities demanding a CBI probe into the matter as well as stringent security for Mr..

Banerjee and his family, said a spokesperson for the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). The incident has sparked widespread concern about the security arrangements in place at Kolkata Airport. While airport authorities have maintained that the security protocols are in place and functioning as per standard operating procedures, opposition parties have accused them of being lax and inefficient..

We have repeatedly raised concerns about the security lapses at the airport, but the government has not taken effective measures to address the issue, said a senior Congress leader in the state. Investigations are currently underway, and airport authorities have promised to provide a comprehensive report on the incident. We take the safety and security of our passengers and staff seriously, and we will not tolerate any attempts to breach security, said a spokesperson for Kolkata Airport..

The Trinamool Congress, meanwhile, has called for an emergency meeting of the party’s core committee to discuss the issue and plan the next course of action. Sources close to the party have indicated that Banerjee may be seeking a high-level security cover, possibly from the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) or the National Security Guard (NSG). However, the exact nature of the security cover is still unclear..

We are working closely with the authorities to ensure the safety and security of our leader, said a senior Trinamool Congress leader. The opposition parties in the state have welcomed the incident, with many calling for Banerjee’s resignation from politics. The people have already rejected the Trinamool Congress, and now Abhishek Banerjee is trying to intimidate them with his false allegations, said a senior BJP leader in the state..

The Trinamool Congress, however, has rejected the criticism and has instead called for a thorough investigation into the incident. The recent developments are seen as a significant escalation in the conflict between the Trinamool Congress and the opposition parties in West Bengal. The state has been witnessing an intensification of tensions between the ruling party and the opposition, with several leaders facing intimidation and harassment..

The incident at the airport is seen as the latest example of this ongoing pattern. As the dust settles on the incident, there are questions being raised about the role of the airport authorities and the police in ensuring the security of the airport. Many are asking why the security personnel did not take prompt action to address the situation and why they allowed the individuals to remain near the airport terminal..

The state government has promised to take swift action against those responsible for the incident and has called for a high-level inquiry into the matter. However, the opposition parties have questioned the veracity of the government’s claims and have demanded an independent investigation. We want a CBI probe into the matter, and we will not accept any attempts to cover up the truth, said a senior Congress leader in the state..

As the investigation into the incident continues, there is growing concerns about the state’s ability to maintain law and order. The opposition parties have accused the government of failing to maintain a secure environment, and there are fears that the situation could escalate further. The West Bengal government has announced that it will constitute a committee to look into the security and safety protocols at the airport and come up with recommendations to improve them..

However, the opposition parties have dismissed the move as a damage control exercise and have called for immediate action to address the security concerns. The Trinamool Congress, meanwhile, has called for a mass protest meeting to be held in the city on June 18, demanding greater security and protection for Banerjee. The party has also called for a statewide bandh on June 19 to condemn the government’s alleged failure to protect its leaders..