The mortal remains of Chandranath Rath, personal assistant of Bharatiya Janata Party leader Suvendu Adhikari, were brought from a hospital in Madhyamgram to his residence after he was shot dead in West Bengal. Adhikari alleged that Rath was targeted because of his association with him and claimed a political motive linked to his earlier victory over Mamata Banerjee in Bhabanipur.
Allegations of Premeditated Attack
Adhikari described the killing as premeditated, citing reports that four bullets were fired at Rath. He stated, "He was killed because I defeated Mamata Banerjee in Bhabanipur." The BJP leader demanded strict punishment for those involved in the crime and assured full support to the bereaved family.
Family Seeks Justice
A family member of the deceased expressed grief over the incident and sought life imprisonment for the accused, rejecting capital punishment while calling for a fair investigation and justice in the case.
Political Reactions
The incident has sparked political reactions across the state, with opposition parties condemning the violence and demanding a thorough probe. The West Bengal government has assured that the perpetrators will be brought to justice.
