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BJP candidate attacked in West Bengal

A BJP candidate has been brutally attacked by alleged TMC supporters in Kumarganj, West Bengal.

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Kumarganj, West Bengal, India
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Thursday, 23 April 2026 at 09:24 UTC
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A Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate has been attacked in Kumarganj, West Bengal, with the assailants described as 'TMC goons'. The incident is the latest in a series of violent political clashes in the state, where the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC) and opposition parties are engaged in intense campaigning. The attack highlights the volatile and often dangerous atmosphere surrounding elections in the region. Details on the candidate's condition or the specific circumstances of the assault are still emerging.
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