Berhampore, the administrative heart of Murshidabad district in West Bengal, is known for its historic industries silk weaving, oilseed milling, and metal crafts. But on December 6, the town found itself at the centre of a political storm that echoed the layered complexities of identity politics in the state. A 12-kilometre stretch of National Highway 12, between Rejinagar and Beldanga, was blocked for nearly three hours as thousands gathered to witness suspended Trinamool ML