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Violence erupts in Howrah and Haroa before West Bengal phase 2 polling
Politics
Published on 26 April 2026
A police sub inspector is hurt as clashes spread
Violence broke out in West Bengal’s Howrah and Haroa ahead of the second phase of polling. In Howrah, clashes were reported between Trinamool Congress and BJP supporters. In Haroa, a police sub-inspector was injured during a confrontation involving Trinamool Congress and Indian Secular Front supporters, underscoring an increasingly charged campaign atmosphere.
- Clashes reported in Howrah ahead of phase 2 polling
- Trinamool Congress and BJP supporters faced off
- In Haroa, a police sub-inspector was injured
- Tensions also involved the Indian Secular Front
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