‘Raises questions’: Adhir Chowdhury condemns Cong leader, son’s murder in Bengal

‘Raises several questions’: Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury condemns Congress leader, son’s murder in Bengal TOI News Desk / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Aug 16, 2026, 11:31 IST Comments Share AA Text Size Small Medium Large Adhir Chowdhury condemns Congress leader, son’s murder NEW DELHI: Senior Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury on Sunday strongly condemned the murder of party leader Anisur Rahman and his son in Nadia on Independence Day, calling it a “heinous incident” and raising questions over the law and order situation in BJP-led West Bengal.In a social media post, Chowdhury said, “We condemn and condemn in the strongest terms the murder of Congress leader Anisur Rahman and his son from Nadia.”Questioning the safety of people and the freedom to conduct political activities, he said, “This government came to power with the slogan of 'Fear Out, Trust In', but such a heinous incident on the day of Independence Day raises several questions about the safety of the people and the right to freely conduct politics.”Chowdhury demanded a proper investigation and strict action against those responsible.“We demand a proper and impartial investigation and exemplary punishment of the guilty at the earliest,” he said.Expressing solidarity with the victims’ families, he added, “We all stand with the bereaved families of the bereaved in this difficult time and will continue their fight for justice.” Meanwhile, Chowdhury on Friday came out in support of Lok Sabha leader of opposition Rahul Gandhi over his recent remarks, saying the Congress leader had merely spoken about what he had observed and had no intention of insulting anyone. Speaking to news agency ANI, Chowdhury said Rahul Gandhi had no personal animosity or intention to demean individuals.“Our country employs various forms of diplomacy. The whole country is watching the situation with Italy; it has become a subject of ridicule and mockery... Nothing of this sort has ever occurred. It is not a question of insulting women. Rahul Gandhi simply spoke what he observes... Rahul Gandhi has no intention of insulting anyone. He never does that,” he said.Rahul Gandhi had criticised the Narendra Modi government's diplomatic approach, arguing that foreign policy should focus on protecting national interests rather than relying on “mere friendships” and public displays of warmth. The TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most."