A Congress leader filed a police complaint against Dhirendra Shastri for his remarks. Shastri's comments on Bengali identity and food practices have caused controversy. He questioned the consumption of non-vegetarian food during Durga Puja celebrations. West Bengal BJP leaders and ministers stated meat and fish are part of Bengali culture. The Congress leader demanded an apology and police action against Shastri.

West Bengal Congress files police complaint against Bageshwar Baba for remarks deemed derogatory and potentially harmful to social harmony.

The head of the Bageshwar Dham temple had insulted West Bengal’s culture and traditions, said the party.