BJP old timers & new entrants clash over Kolkata mutton feast, 4 injured
A violent clash broke out between two factions of the BJP in Kolkata following a community feast. Long-time party members accused recent defectors from the Trinamool Congress of funding the event through extortion.
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The incident highlights internal friction within the BJP as it integrates new members, potentially impacting the party's local organizational stability and public image.
KOLKATA:Violence erupted in Anandapur late Saturday after rival BJP factions clashed over a community feast, leaving four injured. The trouble began around 10.30 pm near Anandapur grounds, where one faction hosted a feast of mutton, katla fish and giant freshwater prawns for over 1,000 people. Coupons identified the BJP’s Kasba Assembly unit as organiser.According to long-time local BJP leaders, the banquet was arranged by individuals who defected to the BJP from the Trinamool following May 4. Local BJP mandal president Arun Bishoyi alias Arun Biswal alleged the event was unauthorised and funded through extortion from businessmen and jewellery shops.“How is all this possible?
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