Navgram MLA Kanai Chandra Mandal was travelling in an AC coach on the Bhagirathi Express from Baharampur to Kolkata when it was alleged that his female companion was travelling on a ticket booked under his wife’s name. The discrepancy was noticed by the ticket examiner (TT), leading to a dispute on the train. A video of the incident has since gone viral on social media.
It was reported that another MLA, from Jalangir was seated in front of Kanai Chandra Mandal. Allegations arose that Mandal’s companion or another passenger had boarded without a proper ticket. The ticket, which bore his wife’s name, was instead used by a different female passenger. This was spotted by the TT, sparking a heated exchange onboard, with the video quickly spreading on social platforms.
In the footage, the Trinamool MLA from Navagram is seen sitting with someone who lacked a valid ticket. The MLA reportedly began threatening the TT when questioned, prompting strong protests from fellow passengers. In response, the MLA suggested the matter be taken to court.
The viral video shows the ticket examiner questioning MLA Kanai Chandra Mandal about the situation. BJP MLA Agnimitra Pal posted online, accusing Mandal of travelling with two people, one of whom didn’t have a valid ticket. In the video, a male voice can be heard asking if being an MLA gives someone the right to ignore rules, while a female voice criticizes the chaos caused by using someone else’s ticket.
As the confrontation escalated, the MLA attempted to respond to the passengers, but they grew more vocal. A woman can be heard insisting that the MLA show his ticket to the TTE. The MLA’s shouting continued, with several passengers recording the incident. At one point, another person tried to defend the MLA, but the female voice continued to criticize the fact that Mandal’s companion had a general ticket. The video of this exchange has stirred significant reactions online.
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