Bengal BJP's Barbed Welcome: A Reflection on the Erosion of Respect in Politics The recent invitation extended by West Bengal BJP chief Samik Bhattacharya to Abhishek Banerjee, the Trinamool Congress leader, for campaigning in Falta ahead of the May 21 repoll was a sarcastic one.
"Welcome you with flowers," Bhattacharya tweeted, implying that Banerjee's presence would be a welcome change from his usual absence. This jibe, however, represents more than just a personal attack.
It reflects a disturbing trend in politics where respect and civility have given way to snarky remarks and personal attacks.