West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee addressed the issue of central agencies harassing businessmen during her speech at the real estate convention STATECON in Kolkata. She advised businessmen not to succumb to fear and instead approach the courts for assistance. Banerjee also shared her personal experience of facing harassment by these agencies, despite never accepting any favors or money. She emphasized that this was a case of political vendetta and urged businessmen to fight back legally.

Banerjee further criticized the media for portraying a negative picture of Bengal, claiming that the state was facing unfair negative coverage. She argued that there had been significant development in the state and that Bengal was number one in ease of doing business. Banerjee called out the media for succumbing to political pressure and spreading false information.

In addition to addressing the harassment issue, the Chief Minister promoted West Bengal as an industrial destination with potential for growth. She highlighted the state’s economic corridors and emphasized that Bengal had the potential to become not only a gateway to eastern India but also to the world. Banerjee encouraged builders to employ construction workers from the state, highlighting the skilled workforce available in districts like Malda, Murshidabad, and Uttar Dinajpur. She requested that builders bring back workers who had been taken abroad, emphasizing the importance of their security and well-being.

Overall, Mamata Banerjee’s speech focused on addressing the harassment faced by businessmen, promoting Bengal’s development, and encouraging the use of local resources.