Mamata Banerjee Archives

It’s 2021, So Why Are Politicians Still Making Comments about Women Belonging in the Kitchen?

As far as misogynistic jibes go, the “women in the kitchen” stereotype is the lowest hanging fruit. If a woman like Mamata Banerjee, who has proven her prowess in a male-dominated field like politics, is also subjected to such silly comments, how many others are relegated to the background without even a chance to first prove themselves?

Arré Bench June 22, 2016

Pop Culture

What Bhobishyoter Bhoot Gets Right About the Double Standards of Indian Politicians

Anik Dutta's political satire Bhobhishyoter Bhoot, re-released after being pulled off theatres in February. It's a timely offering in this election season, because the film is a solid critique of how non-partisan art is a victim of the whims of political parties.

Meghalee Mitra April 23, 2016

POV

India’s Netas Might Not Care for the Minority. Its People Do. The CAA Protests Are Proof

When you spend two whole days looking at videos of bleeding students staggering around campus, it’s hard to be hopeful. But considering the spirit with which India is fighting back, maybe there is a silver lining to be seen here. No matter what the politicians say about the colour of anyone’s clothes, the protests are proof that democracy is still alive in this country.

#VALUE! March 28, 2016

POV

Sorry Mamata Di, Memes Fall Under Freedom of Expression

It is a bit rich on the part of our politicians to insult each other in the vilest language possible, yet jail a citizen over a meme. Why is free speech the one thing that no politician or institution in this country is willing to uphold or protect?

Manik Sharma March 10, 2016