West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee expressed sorrow over 50 deaths during the Bengal SIR, emphasizing the preservation of democratic and voting rights. She stated that while accused of appeasement, she is secular and respects all religions. Banerjee laid the foundation stone for a Durga temple complex, referencing Netaji Subhas Bose and Binoy-Badal-Dinesh, and vowed to continue her fight to protect people's rights and dreams, particularly in the context of the 2026 elections.