Kolkata witnessed tension in the Topsia area on Tuesday evening after residents alleged that some miscreants had used foul language against several local women. The standoff, which lasted about two and a half hours, led to former state minister and newly elected Kasba MLA Javed Ahmed Khan rushing to the spot to pacify the agitated crowd.
Incident Details
According to sources, the unrest was triggered after the daughter of one of Khan's staff members was reportedly assaulted and molested. The victim has since approached the Pragati Maidan Police Station to file a formal complaint. To maintain order, police deployment in the area has been significantly increased.
Sources also claimed there was an attempt to vandalize and take over the Pragati Maidan party office and a local club. Trinamool Congress sources indicated that the protest on the road was also aimed at ensuring the party office remained undamaged.
Sequence of Events
The incident began around 9 pm when two women were reportedly assaulted near the 24 Number bus stand. Local resident Sk Nadeem recounted: "The attackers said they would hang them upside down. A mob gathered and MLA Khan rushed to the spot to pacify them. Several police officers arrived along with central forces. Things eventually normalized after 11:30 pm."
MLA Javed Ahmed Khan strongly condemned the attack, stating, "We strongly condemn the brutal attack carried out by BJP-backed miscreants in the area." However, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) denied any involvement in the incident. A BJP spokesperson said, "We have asked the police to take action in all such cases."
Police Response
Kolkata Police commissioner Ajay Nand confirmed that officers prevented any escalation of the situation. Lalbazar issued a statement saying, "On Tuesday evening, a law-and-order problem arose in parts of Topsia and Tiljala, during which certain miscreants vandalized public property. So far, 40 people have been arrested."
Other Incidents
In a separate incident, a statue of former Trinamool functionary Sadhan Pande was vandalized in the Maniktala area, in front of SL Dutta Ground. Trinamool has alleged BJP involvement in the act. In a third case, a Trinamool functionary was allegedly assaulted by goons who claimed affiliation with the BJP. Additionally, Mohun Bagan Club official Shyamal Mitra was reportedly assaulted in Howrah. The BJP has denied any role in any of these incidents.
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