One person injured in clash between rival groups of BJP workers
A clash between two rival factions of BJP workers in Kolkata's Anandapur area resulted in one injury on Sunday morning. The conflict reportedly stemmed from a dispute over an unauthorized feast, with allegations of extortion against local traders.
Why it matters
The incident highlights internal factionalism within political parties and raises concerns regarding local law and order and the alleged exploitation of small business owners.
One BJP worker was injured in a clash between two rival groups of the party over hosting a feast at Anandapur area in the south-eastern fringes of the city early on Sunday (August 23, 2026), police said.
A senior police officer said both groups staged a demonstration before Anandapur police station after the clash at Anandapur playground early on Sunday (August 23) morning.
The injured BJP worker suffered a head injury, the police said.
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