Mon Sep 09 14:55:32 UTC 2024: ## Banerjee Accuses Centre and Left Parties of Conspiracy Behind Doctors’ Protest
**Kolkata, September 9, 2024:** West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has accused the central government and some Left parties of orchestrating the recent protests by doctors.
Speaking to reporters, Banerjee claimed that the protests were not genuine and were instead part of a larger conspiracy. She did not provide any specific evidence to support her claim.
The protests, which took place across the country, were triggered by the alleged assault of a junior doctor in Kolkata. Doctors across several states went on strike, demanding better security measures and an end to violence against medical professionals.
This latest statement by Banerjee has drawn criticism from opposition parties, who have called it a blatant attempt to deflect attention from the real issues faced by doctors. The central government has also not yet responded to the accusations made by the West Bengal Chief Minister.
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