Kaur came out in support of Channi, citing, that the gesture was done respectfully and that she did not feel/find anything 'inappropriate' in it. 

BJP-TMC tussle over a video that claims Sandeshkhali incident to be pre-planned.

According to the BJP, Singh unequivocally stated that "Muslims should have first right when it comes to resources," indicating a bias towards the community within the Congress party.