The mother of a slain aide, Rath, says her son was killed after “provocative and vindictive” statements by Trinamool Congress leaders during pre-election rallies. She claims the rhetoric provoked the attack that ended with Rath being shot dead in Madhyamgram, North 24 Parganas, on Wednesday night, amid intense political grief and accusations.
Amid sporadic violence in West Bengal following election results showing a decisive BJP win, the saffron party claimed TMC-linked people are impersonating BJP workers to create disorder. BJP warned it will not tolerate deception, saying anyone involved in impersonation, intimidation, or taking the law into their own hands will face consequences, in a sharp escalation of accusations.
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After the BJP’s sweeping win of 206 seats, violence erupts in West Bengal. The TMC alleges BJP involvement in arson and vandalism at its Siliguri office, sharing social media footage it says proves “crossing all limits.” The tension follows Mamata Banerjee’s setback, with her Bhabanipur seat lost to Suvendu Adhikari by over 15,000 votes.
West Bengal Police arrested four people for Sunday night violence involving TMC and BJP supporters outside the Jagatdal Police Station. The clashes reportedly escalated ahead of the Monday political schedule, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi set to hold a high-profile public meeting in the region. Authorities say arrests are linked to the disturbance and ongoing investigations continue.
Bhangar and Canning Purba are bracing for a high-stakes Bengal election battle as Trinamool Congress faces a tougher-than-usual challenge from the Indian Secular Front. With both sides campaigning aggressively, locals fear clashes may intensify before voting on April 29. The result could be pivotal for ISF’s bid to expand its footprint in the state.
West Bengal’s Assembly elections are drawing heavy voter participation in the early hours, outpacing the turnout pace seen in the 2024 Lok Sabha polls. Voting is underway across multiple regions, including high-stakes contests involving prominent leaders. Still, reports of violence and technical glitches are emerging. The campaign debate is increasingly centered on electoral roll revisions, unemployment, and corruption claims tied to jobs.
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Violence marred Phase 1 of the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections, with multiple districts reporting clashes and polling disruptions. In Kumarganj, BJP candidate Suvendu Sarkar was allegedly chased and assaulted by a mob near a polling booth, leaving him injured and his vehicle damaged. A viral video of the incident is intensifying calls for accountability and tighter security.
Violence erupted in Murshidabad during West Bengal’s election season as TMC and AUJP workers clashed, sparking stone pelting and attacks on campaign vehicles. A BJP polling agent was assaulted, while allegations of proxy voting added to tension. Fears rose after reports of crude bomb attacks, prompting deployment of central forces to keep polling secure and fair.
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