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BJP Bike Rally Attacked in Bengal's Dantan, Candidate Injured Ahead of Polls

On the final day of campaigning for the first phase of the Bengal Assembly polls, a BJP bike rally in Dantan, West Midnapore, was violently attacked by alleged miscreants. The attack left several injured, including BJP candidate Ajit Kumar Jana, with one critically wounded person admitted to a hospital in Balasore, Odisha. In protest, BJP workers blocked a state highway, demanding the arrest of the attackers, whom they allege are affiliated with the Trinamool Congress. A large police force brought the situation under control and launched an investigation, while the local TMC leadership has denied the allegations.

Key Points: Bengal Polls: BJP Rally Attacked in Dantan, Candidate Injured

  • BJP candidate injured in attack
  • Bikes set on fire, vehicles vandalized
  • Critical patient moved to Odisha hospital
  • Protesters block highway demanding arrests
  • Police investigate, TMC denies involvement
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Bengal polls: BJP bike rally attacked by miscreants in Dantan​

BJP candidate Ajit Kumar Jana injured as bike rally attacked in West Bengal's Dantan. Critical injuries reported, police investigate amid TMC denial.

"It is alleged that the miscreants affiliated with the Trinamool Congress carried out this attack. - Report"

Kolkata, April 21

On the last day of campaigning for the first phase of the Assembly polls, a Bharatiya Janata Party procession was attacked in Dantan, West Midnapore district. ​

It is alleged that a Bharatiya Janata Party candidate was attacked in the incident. There were multiple injuries. ​

As the condition of one person is critical, he has been admitted to a hospital in Balasore, Odisha. ​

A large police force arrived at the scene and dealt with the situation.​

It has been learnt that on Tuesday, Bharatiya Janata Party candidate Ajit Kumar Jana was out campaigning in the Dantan Assembly constituency. A bike rally was organised from Haripur. It is alleged that the rally was attacked on its way from Sabra to Mohanpur.​

As soon as the rally reached the Antala area, miscreants attacked. The procession was attacked with sharp weapons and sticks. ​

In addition to vandalising the Bharatiya Janata Party candidate's car, the bikes of the workers and supporters were also attacked. ​

Several bikes were set on fire. It is alleged that the miscreants affiliated with the Trinamool Congress carried out this attack.​

Not only that, it is alleged that Bharatiya Janata Party candidate Ajit Kumar Jana sustained injuries in one of his hands in the attack. Several other Bharatiya Janata Party workers were also injured. ​

Each of them was rescued and taken to a local hospital. One of them was taken to a hospital in Balasore, as his condition was critical. He is reportedly undergoing treatment there.​

Tension has spread across the area following the incident. Bharatiya Janata Party workers and supporters blocked the Egra-Solpatta state highway in front of Mohanpur police station to mark their protest. They demanded the arrest of the miscreants.​

A large police force arrived at the scene. They spoke to the protesters and brought the situation under control. The police have started an investigation into the incident. ​

However, the local Trinamool Congress leadership has denied the allegations. No one has been arrested in connection with the incident so far, the police said.​

- IANS

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Priya S
West Bengal elections are becoming synonymous with violence every time. When will this end? It's the common people who suffer the most. The Election Commission needs to take much stronger action.
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Rahul R
Very disturbing news. Using sharp weapons and setting bikes on fire? This is goondaism, not politics. The TMC leadership can deny, but the pattern is clear. Hope the victim in Balasore recovers soon.
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Andrew M
As an observer, it's concerning to see such reports from a key Indian state. The police investigation must be transparent and impartial. Political parties should compete on development agendas, not through intimidation.
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Nisha Z
While I don't support the BJP, I condemn this attack unequivocally. Violence is never the answer. I also think the BJP should reflect on its own aggressive campaign style that sometimes heats up the atmosphere. Both sides need to lower the temperature.
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Karthik V
Blocking the highway was the right way to protest peacefully and demand action. The police saying "no one arrested so far" is the most frustrating part. What are they waiting for? CCTV footage must be reviewed immediately.

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