Escalating Tensions in West Bengal: Security Heightened Amid Explosive Incidents

Tensions flared in Darjeeling's Kharibari after meat was found in a temple, prompting protests and police injuries. In a separate incident, an explosion in the South 24 Parganas district left six dead. BJP leader Adhikari blames state negligence for repeated bomb incidents, demanding accountability.

Amid rising tensions, security has been increased in West Bengal's Kharibari area following a violent incident on Monday evening, where locals protested by burning tyres and damaging police vehicles due to the alleged discovery of meat in a temple.

The situation is currently under control, with police detaining 7-8 individuals involved, according to Superintendent of Police Praveen Prakash. During the unrest, several officers were injured when stones were thrown at them.

In a separate and devastating incident in Patharpratima, South 24 Parganas district, an explosion in a crude bomb manufacturing unit resulted in six fatalities and multiple injuries. BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari criticized the state's lack of accountability and urged urgent action.

(With inputs from agencies.)