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Suvendu Adhikari accuses TMC of threatening BJP worker in Kolkata demands EC action

Politics
Published on 24 April 2026
Suvendu Adhikari accuses TMC of threatening BJP worker in Kolkata demands EC action

He claims intimidation happened at her home during campaigning

BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari has alleged that TMC supporters threatened a BJP worker at her residence in South Kolkata over campaigning. He urged immediate Election Commission action, arguing the incident is tied to strong voter turnout and claiming the ruling party fears an “imminent rout.” The allegation adds fuel to a heated election-season dispute over intimidation claims.

  • Suvendu Adhikari alleges TMC threatened a BJP worker
  • Claimed incident took place at her South Kolkata residence
  • He demanded swift Election Commission intervention
  • He links the dispute to rising voter turnout and fear of defeat
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