Writer Taslima Nasrin arrived in Kolkata after nearly two decades, drawing dissatisfaction in several quarters, according to the report. She reached Kolkata airport at about 12:50 p.m. on Friday and was welcomed with conch sounds, ululation and chants of “Jai Shri Ram” from some people. Disorder reportedly developed upon her arrival, and she quickly left the area in a vehicle described as belonging to the BJP government.

The report says some BJP supporters celebrated her arrival, with some calling her the “new mother of Modi devotees.” It also reports strong irritation and criticism among ordinary social-media users. The article characterizes much of the reaction as focused more on Nasrin’s personal life and publicity than on her literary work, while presenting extensive critical commentary about her views and private life.

Nasrin is expected to attend an event organized by Secular Mission and HRBFF at Rabindra Sadan on Saturday. Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari may also attend, the report says. It adds that she had to leave Kolkata in 2007 amid controversy over her novel “Dwikhandito” during Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee’s tenure, and says no steps were taken for her return during Mamata Banerjee’s 15 years in power.