Election Commission Seeks Detailed Report on Kolkata Incident Involving TMC Leader

The Election Commission (EC) has requested a detailed report from the Kolkata police regarding the alleged attack on Shashi Panja, a senior leader of the Trinamool Congress and state minister, which occurred last week at her residence in Kolkata ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's rally. A senior official confirmed this information. The initial report submitted by the city police was deemed incomplete, lacking crucial details related to the incident. The earlier report failed to provide a comprehensive account of the events and significant information. Consequently, a more thorough report has now been requested.

According to sources, the EC has sought clarification on the timeline of the incident that took place in the Girish Park area of North Kolkata, the role of the police, and the intelligence information available prior to the event. Questions have also been raised regarding the deployment of central forces in the state. The official further stated that an investigation is underway to determine why the central forces did not actively intervene despite their presence, and how the local police managed the situation.

In connection with the clashes between supporters of the BJP and TMC, as well as the attack on Panja's residence, police have arrested nine individuals to date. Both the ruling Trinamool Congress and the BJP have filed complaints with the police regarding this incident. This situation has emerged amid heightened vigilance by the Election Commission ahead of the upcoming assembly elections scheduled for April 23 and 29.