By Trend News Line 2024-05-25 09:04:50.
Violence Erupts in West Bengal During Lok Sabha Elections
As the Lok Sabha elections continue in West Bengal, reports of violence have emerged from various constituencies. The Election Commission of India has received nearly a thousand complaints of EVM malfunctions and obstruction of polling agents. Despite these challenges, the voting process has been described as largely peaceful by the poll panel.
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Clashes Between TMC and BJP Supporters
In the Ghatal constituency, supporters of the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC) and the BJP clashed over allegations of polling agents being prevented from entering booths. BJP candidate Hiran Chatterjee accused TMC members of disrupting the voting process and preventing their agents from carrying out their duties. The situation escalated as BJP activists staged a protest and set tyres on fire in the area.
Allegations of Violence in Kanthi Constituency
Sporadic incidents of violence were reported from various parts of the Kanthi constituency, with BJP activists accusing the Central forces of assaulting voters. BJP candidate Soumendu Adhikari claimed that TMC and Central forces were working against them and beating their party supporters.
Scuffles in Midnapore and Tamluk
In the Midnapore constituency, BJP candidate Agnimitra Paul faced “go back” slogans from TMC activists, leading to scuffles between the two groups. Tensions also rose in Tamluk as a crowd shouted slogans against BJP candidate Abhijit Gangopadhyay. Security personnel were deployed to control the situation and disperse the crowd.
Protests Against BJP Candidate in Bankura
In Bankura, Union Minister and BJP candidate Subhas Sarkar faced protests while visiting a polling booth in the area. The incident added to the mounting tensions in the region as the election process continued.
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Tragic Death of TMC Worker in Mahishadal
In a tragic turn of events, a Trinamool Congress worker in Mahishadal, Purba Medinipur district, was killed by unidentified individuals. The deceased, identified as Sheikh Moibul, was a member of the local panchayat samiti. The incident added to the already tense atmosphere in the region.
Low Voter Turnout Amidst Rising Tensions
Despite the challenges and incidents of violence, West Bengal recorded a voter turnout of 36.88% in the eight Lok Sabha constituencies. The situation remains tense as the elections progress, with authorities closely monitoring the developments in the region..
Sporadic incidents of violence during polling in West Bengal
Areas experiencing sporadic violence during polling in West Bengal.
