‘Bury him at the border’ death threat targeting Suvendu Adhikari sparks security alert in Bengal

Kolkata: A viral video allegedly showing a death threat against West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has triggered a major security alert in the state, prompting police to launch a detailed investigation into the authenticity and source of the clip.

According to a report by Daily Jagran, the video circulating on a Facebook page titled “The Daily Inqilab” allegedly shows a man speaking in Hindi and issuing violent threats against the Chief Minister, including remarks such as “bury him at the border” and calls for physical assault.

However, Mathrubhumi could not independently verify the authenticity of the viral video or its claims.

The incident has raised concern among security agencies due to the inflammatory nature of the remarks and the rapid spread of the content on social media. Police are examining whether the video is genuine, edited, or part of a coordinated misinformation attempt.

The development comes amid heightened security sensitivity following the recent murder of the Chief Minister’s personal assistant, Chandranath Rath, in the Madhyamgram area of North 24 Parganas district. While officials have not linked the two incidents, the killing has already led to increased scrutiny of security arrangements around the Chief Minister’s office and movement.

Suvendu Adhikari continues to be under Z-category security protection, and following the circulation of the viral video, his security cover has been further strengthened. A joint deployment of state police and central security forces is currently responsible for his protection, with officials confirming that security protocols are under continuous review to avoid any lapse.

What is the Bangladesh link and timing controversy?

The Facebook page sharing the video reportedly displays the Bangladesh national flag, which has led to speculation about whether the content originated from across the border. However, investigators have noted that the speaker in the clip appears fluent in Hindi, making the origin of the video unclear.

Officials have clarified that there is no confirmation that the video originated from Bangladesh or any foreign location, and the source remains under investigation.

The incident also comes after the West Bengal cabinet meeting held on Monday, where the government approved steps to begin transferring land to the Border Security Force (BSF) for strengthening fencing along the India–Bangladesh border. Officials have not suggested any link between this decision and the viral video.