Watch: Mob thrashes and strips Dum Dum TMC councillor over ‘theft of relief material’
A Trinamool Congress councillor in Dum Dum was assaulted and stripped by a mob following allegations of land-grabbing and the discovery of relief materials at a business property. Police have arrested two individuals in connection with the attack.
Why it matters
The incident reflects rising political tensions and public anger over alleged corruption and mismanagement of government relief resources.
Thrash-strip video of Dum Dum Trinamool councillor goes viral | Kolkata News - The Times of India
While reporting the violence, the framing highlights the 'kangaroo court' aspect and the specific political affiliation, which is common in regional political reporting.
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