Clash breaks out between TMC & BJP workers in Bengal’s Midnapore
The political landscape of West Bengal has witnessed yet another flashpoint of violence, this time in the East Midnapore district. Reports of clashes breaking out between TMC and BJP workers during the voting of Co-Operative bank polls have left the state reeling. The incident occurred on Saturday morning, with police forces being rushed to the scene to bring the situation under control.
The clash, which was captured on camera, has gone viral on social media platforms. A video shared by PTI shows police personnel trying to manage the crowd amidst the chaos, as TMC and BJP workers can be seen engaging in a heated argument. The incident highlights the growing tensions between the two political parties in the state, which have been escalating in recent months.
According to eyewitnesses, the clash broke out outside a polling station in the Midnapore district, where voting for the Co-Operative bank polls was underway. The incident is said to have started when TMC and BJP workers got into a heated argument over the distribution of pamphlets and posters. The situation quickly escalated, with both sides engaging in a physical altercation.
Police forces were quickly alerted to the situation, and they rushed to the scene to bring the situation under control. The police personnel were seen trying to separate the warring factions, with several people being taken into custody. The situation was eventually brought under control, but not before several people had been injured in the clash.
The incident has sparked widespread condemnation from political leaders across the state. “This is a shameful display of political intolerance,” said a spokesperson for the Congress party. “The people of West Bengal deserve better than to be subjected to such violence and intimidation.”
The ruling TMC has also condemned the incident, with party spokespersons calling for strict action against those responsible. “We condemn any form of violence and aggression,” said a TMC spokesperson. “We expect the police to take strict action against those responsible for the clash.”
The BJP has also weighed in on the incident, with party leaders calling for a thorough investigation into the matter. “This is a clear example of the TMC’s desperation and aggression,” said a BJP spokesperson. “We demand a thorough investigation into the incident and action against those responsible.”
The clash is the latest in a series of incidents of political violence to hit West Bengal in recent months. The state has been plagued by political violence, with several incidents of clashes and attacks being reported in various parts of the state.
The political landscape of West Bengal is likely to remain volatile in the coming months, with the state scheduled to go to the polls in 2024. The clash between TMC and BJP workers in Midnapore is a stark reminder of the tensions and rivalries that exist between the two parties.
As the state prepares for the polls, it is imperative that political leaders take steps to maintain peace and order. The people of West Bengal deserve better than to be subjected to violence and intimidation. It is time for political leaders to put aside their differences and work towards creating a peaceful and harmonious environment in the state.
