BJP Leader's Aide Shot Dead in Ambush Near Kolkata
Car Intercepted, 4 Bikes, 8 Assailants: How Suvendu Adhikari’s Aide Was Ambushed, Shot Dead
News 18
Image: News 18
Chandranath, a close aide to West Bengal BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari, was shot dead in an ambush by eight assailants on motorcycles in Madhyamgram, near Kolkata. The incident involved an exchange of gunfire and has led to heightened tensions in the area.
- 01Chandranath was shot dead in Madhyamgram, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal.
- 02The attack involved eight assailants on four motorcycles.
- 03The incident occurred as Chandranath was returning home from Kolkata.
- 04Police reported an exchange of fire with at least four rounds fired.
- 05The attack has triggered a police investigation and increased local tensions.
Advertisement
In-Article Ad
Chandranath, a long-time aide of Suvendu Adhikari (a prominent leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party in West Bengal), was shot dead on Wednesday night in Madhyamgram, near Kolkata. The attack occurred as he was returning home in his white Scorpio car, approximately 200 meters from his residence. Eight assailants on four motorcycles intercepted his vehicle and opened fire at close range, resulting in an exchange of gunfire where at least four rounds were fired. This brazen attack has sparked tensions in the locality and prompted a police investigation to apprehend the attackers.
Advertisement
In-Article Ad
The murder of a prominent political aide has raised concerns about safety and security in the area, potentially affecting local political dynamics and community relations.
Advertisement
In-Article Ad
Reader Poll
Do you think political violence is increasing in West Bengal?
Connecting to poll...
More about Bharatiya Janata Party
Read the original article
Visit the source for the complete story.




