Villagers Rally for Safety in West Bengal After Vote Count Tensions
In the South 24 Parganas district of West Bengal, hundreds of villagers protested for safety assurances following alleged threats from TMC workers. Demonstrators, mostly women with BJP flags, accused local leader Israfil of intimidation. Authorities provided assurances, prompting the protest's end. Election officials are investigating claims of biased voting.
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Hundreds of villagers in West Bengal's South 24 Parganas district staged a seven-hour protest demanding safety after post-election threats.
Brandishing BJP flags, they accused TMC's Israfil of issuing intimidations, prompting a visit from CRPF to ensure safety.
Authorities are investigating alleged election biases amid tensions.
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