BJP's Pradeep Bhandari shared a video on X comparing Muharram processions in West Bengal. In the post, he contrasted footage he claimed was from Rishra during Muharram in 2025 under Mamata Banerjee's government with footage from 2026 under BJP government. Bhandari alleged that earlier event reflected "lawlessness" and claimed the later celebrations were conducted "peacefully under rule of law".