Archive · 29 Nov 2025
BJP Minister Faces Protests, TMC Leader Shot
Sukanta Majumdar, a BJP minister, faced protests from people claiming to be BJP workers who wanted Dilip Ghosh to be the state chief again.
Majumdar blamed the Trinamool Congress (TMC) for the protests, saying they were trying to cause trouble.
The police had to step in to help Majumdar leave safely.
Meanwhile, a court ordered the police not to take action against another BJP leader, Arjun Singh, who is involved in a case about firing a gun.
The court's order lasts until mid-December.
In another incident, a TMC leader named Debobrata Mondal and his associate Anupam Rana were shot while returning home on a motorbike.
They were rushed to the hospital in critical condition.
Police are investigating the shooting and have identified a suspect named Suman Choudhury, who has a history of criminal activities.
Both incidents have heightened tensions in the area ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections.
Sukanta Majumdar faced protests from people claiming to be BJP workers demanding Dilip Ghosh's reinstatement as state chief.
Majumdar accused the Trinamool Congress (TMC) of orchestrating the protests to create chaos.
Police intervened to ensure Majumdar's safe exit as the situation escalated.
Majumdar claimed the protesters were not genuine BJP workers but TMC supporters in disguise.
A court issued a restraining order against police action on BJP leader Arjun Singh in a firing case.
TMC leader Debobrata Mondal and his associate Anupam Rana were shot while returning home on a motorbike.
Both victims were rushed to the hospital in critical condition, with Mondal later shifted to SSKM Hospital.
Police are investigating the shooting and have identified a suspect named Suman Choudhury, a history-sheeter with past criminal records.
- Who
- Sukanta Majumdar, BJP workers, Trinamool Congress, Arjun Singh, Debobrata Mondal, Anupam Rana, Suman Choudhury
- What
- Protests against Sukanta Majumdar, allegations of TMC involvement, court order on Arjun Singh, shooting of TMC leader Debobrata Mondal and associate Anupam Rana
- When
- Thursday (specific date not mentioned), September (Arjun Singh's case), around 11 pm on Thursday night (shooting)
- Where
- Diamond Harbour Road, Calcutta, Jagatdal in Bhatpara, North 24-Parganas, Sampuipara area under Liluah police station, Howrah
- Why
- Protesters demanded reinstatement of Dilip Ghosh, Majumdar accused TMC of orchestrating protests, court order to prevent coercive police action, motive for shooting unclear
- Protest Location
- Diamond Harbour Road
- Protesters' Demand
- Reinstatement of Dilip Ghosh as BJP state chief
- Protesters' Identity
- Claimed to be BJP workers, but disputed by Majumdar
- Police Action
- Rushed to the spot to ensure Majumdar's safe exit
- Court Order
- Restraining order against police action on BJP leader Arjun Singh
- Order Duration
- Till December 15
- Case Involving Arjun Singh
- Firing outside a jute mill gate in September
- Shooting Victim
- Debobrata Mondal (TMC leader) and Anupam Rana
- Shooting Location
- Sampuipara area under Liluah police station
- Shooting Time
- Around 11 pm on Thursday night
- Suspect's Name
- Suman Choudhury (history-sheeter)
Sources
Sukanta Majumdar faces hostile 'Dilip fans' at Diamond Harbour Road, blames TMC for the chaos
BJP’s Sukanta’s convoy blocked at Diamond Harbour
TMC panchayat chief shot on open road in Howrah, hospitalised along with associate
‘Don’t threaten booth officials’: EC tells Trinamool, orders shifting of CEO office to ‘more secure’ location
BJP leader Suvendu not to attend Lokayukta meeting chaired by Bengal CM Mamata
