Election Skirmish: BJP's Suvendu Sarkar Manhandled Amidst West Bengal Polls
BJP candidate Suvendu Sarkar was allegedly attacked by Trinamool Congress supporters during the first phase of West Bengal assembly elections. While heading to a polling booth in Kumarganj, Sarkar faced chaos and violence, encountering no central security. Union Minister Sukanta Majumdar vowed repercussions post-election victory.
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In a troubling start to the West Bengal assembly elections, BJP's Kumarganj candidate, Suvendu Sarkar, was reportedly manhandled by Trinamool Congress supporters.
During Thursday's polls, Sarkar encountered violence on his way to a local polling booth, leading to a dramatic escape with only one security staff for help.
Union Minister Sukanta Majumdar condemned the incident, promising accountability once the BJP takes control in the state. The election chaos unfolded as 152 constituencies voted in this crucial first phase.
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