Kharagpur, July 12 -- West Bengal Minister Dilip Ghosh on Sunday alleged that Trinamool Congress (TMC) chief Mamata Banerjee had "hijacked" the July 21 'Shaheed Diwas' (Martyrs' Day) observance, saying the day was originally associated with Congress workers.

Speaking to ANI in Kharagpur, Ghosh said permission had been granted by the police for the event and stressed that tributes should be paid to all those who lost their lives.

"July 21st as Martyrs' Day belonged to Congress workers. Mamata Banerjee had hijacked it...the police have given permission...we pay tribute to everyone. It's not right for any party to take over," he told reporters.

July 21 is observed every year as 'Shaheed Diwas' in West Bengal. The day commemorates the 13 Y...