Attack on BJP Candidate Agnimitra Paul During Voting in Asansol

During the ongoing West Bengal Assembly elections, BJP candidate Agnimitra Paul was attacked while voting in Asansol. A stone was thrown at her car, causing damage but leaving her and her security personnel unharmed, although her secretary suffered minor injuries. Paul has accused the Trinamool Congress (TMC) of being involved in the incident, suggesting that their relationship with the minority community is a factor in the attack. She has filed a complaint with the police as she seeks to defend her seat against TMC's Tapas Banerjee. The elections are crucial, with the first phase of voting currently taking place.

By Narendra Chaudhary Apr 23, 2026, 18:50 IST

Incident During Voting in Asansol

On Thursday, during the voting process in Asansol, West Bengal, an attack occurred on the vehicle of Agnimitra Paul, a leader and candidate from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). A large stone was hurled at the rear of her car in the Rahmatnagar area, resulting in a shattered window and significant damage to the vehicle.

Agnimitra Paul Escapes Unharmed

At the time of the incident, Agnimitra Paul was inside her car. She reported that while she and her security personnel were unharmed, her secretary sustained minor injuries. Expressing her gratitude, she stated, 'By the grace of God, we survived, but such incidents are recurring.'

Comments on Minority Relations

Agnimitra Paul remarked, 'My car was attacked and destroyed. I was in Rahmatnagar, an area predominantly inhabited by minorities. A large stone was thrown at my car, breaking the rear and windows. Thankfully, I survived without injury, but my secretary was hurt. This should not be tolerated.'

Allegations Against TMC

She alleged that the incident might involve collusion with the Trinamool Congress (TMC), stating, 'The TMC has a good relationship with the minority community. Now that Muslim brothers and sisters are supporting the BJP, they are trying to stop us by throwing stones.'

Filing a Police Complaint

Agnimitra Paul has lodged a verbal complaint at the police station. She is striving to retain her seat in the Asansol South Assembly constituency, where she faces competition from TMC's Tapas Banerjee.

Overview of Asansol

Asansol is an industrial region known for its coal, iron, and steel industries. The first phase of voting for the West Bengal Assembly elections is currently underway, with vote counting scheduled for May 4.