A major controversy broke out in West Bengal after two vendors selling non-vegetarian food were attacked during a Bhagavad Gita recital event in Kolkata on December 7. The event was organized by several Hindu groups and attended by prominent BJP leaders. Videos of the assault went viral, sparking widespread condemnation. The victims, Sheikh Riyajul (50) and Salauddin (60), filed complaints stating they were physically and verbally abused for selling non-veg puffs. "How dare you sell chicken at a Hindu event?" attackers shouted in the viral footage. Kolkata Police have registered two FIRs but no arrests have been made yet. They are reviewing social media videos and CCTV footage to catch those responsible. Political leaders reacted sharply. Trinamool Congress leader Jay Prakash Majumdar said, "This is the right wing’s attempt to malign the inclusive society of West Bengal." He stressed that Kolkata has always been tolerant and accused BJP and RSS of trying to disturb peace. State Finance Minister Chandrima Bhattacharya said, "The Gita preaches tolerance. The central government earns from meat exports but objects to a hardworking person selling chicken puffs." CPI(M) leaders have also filed complaints. Both Trinamool and CPI(M) accused the BJP of trying to control what people eat and banning non-veg food in West Bengal. BJP MP Sukanta Majumdar reacted, saying, "No one has verified if attackers belong to BJP. Some people’s religious sentiments may have been hurt by non-veg sales at a Hindu event. Would selling alcohol near a mosque during prayers be acceptable?" Kartik Maharaj of Bharat Sevashram Sangha, who attended the event, condemned the attacks. "If I knew, I would have protested. We may be vegetarians, but we do not oppose others eating meat," he said. The incident has exposed sharp divides over food and religion in the state, fueling political disputes ahead.