Did the horrific attacks of 1990 change “Didi”‘s life forever? Wearing a white cotton saree, slippers and a look of revolution in her eyes, these 10 rare photos of Mamata Banerjee’s struggle are a testament to a golden and turbulent era in Indian politics. A photo of Mamata Didi with her head bandaged after the attack at Hazra Crossing in August 1990. She had 16 stitches on her head at that time.
The beginning of the struggle – The 1990s were the years when Mamata Banerjee rose to prominence in Bengali politics, a time of youth enthusiasm and interest that was her real strength.
That photo of the struggle on the street – Mamata Banerjee is seen sitting on the street protesting against police action. This fighting spirit earned her the nickname “Agniputri”.
Political rivalry with Jyoti Basu – Mamata Banerjee in the same frame with former West Bengal Chief Minister Jyoti Basu. A moment between conflict and ideological differences. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee was known for her simplicity.
Memories with Rajiv Gandhi – An old photo of Mamata Banerjee with former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi, when she was a rising firebrand leader in the Congress.
Mamata Banerjee served as the Railway Minister in Atal Bihari Vajpayee’s cabinet. A photo from that time.
