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The episode discusses the political landscape of West Bengal, focusing on Mamata Banerjee's rise and the historical context of CPM's influence and violence in the region.

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Host: Raj Shamani

Guest: Mrityunjay

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Organizations: CPM

Places: West Bengal, Bangladesh

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