Violence Erupts in Howrah District: BJP and TMC Workers Injured

A recent bombing incident in Howrah district has resulted in injuries to several BJP and TMC workers, escalating tensions in the region. Reports indicate that the violence erupted during a confrontation between party members, leading to security forces being deployed. Additionally, a BJP worker was shot in Bashirhat, further intensifying the unrest in West Bengal. Eyewitness accounts reveal alarming details about the attacks, highlighting the ongoing political strife in the state. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.

By Narendra Chaudhary May 8, 2026, 16:04 IST

Bombing Incident in Shivpur Area

Reports indicate a bombing incident in the Shivpur area of Howrah district, West Bengal. Initial information suggests that around five workers from both the BJP and TMC have sustained injuries. It is believed that the explosion occurred during a confrontation between the two parties' members.

Damage and Security Response

According to reports, there were attempts to vandalize several shops in the vicinity. Allegations have surfaced that the attack was aimed at a BJP leader. Following the chaos, security forces were deployed in the area, with the Rapid Action Force taking charge.

Details of the Incident

The incident took place on Dutta Road in Ward No. 2 of Panihati. On Wednesday night, BJP workers were reportedly engaging with local residents when a group of assailants on motorcycles arrived. Eyewitnesses claim that four individuals were riding on one bike.

Injuries Reported

Allegations suggest that the assailants targeted BJP workers, throwing three bombs in quick succession before fleeing the scene. The explosions led to heightened tensions in the area. Police from the Khardah station and central forces arrived promptly to manage the situation.

Shooting Incident in Bashirhat

Amid rising violence in Bengal post-elections, a BJP worker was reportedly shot by alleged TMC-affiliated criminals in the Bashirhat area of North 24 Parganas on Wednesday. The BJP has made this claim. Sources indicate that Rohit Roy, the injured BJP worker, was admitted to a government hospital in Bashirhat with a gunshot wound to the abdomen, where his condition is reported to be serious but stable.

Eyewitness Accounts

In footage released by the party's media cell, Roy can be heard stating that while he and others were putting up BJP flags in their area, three assailants from a group of eight to ten TMC workers opened fire on them. Additionally, another BJP worker in the Baranagar area of North Kolkata was reportedly attacked with a knife.