Suvendu Adhikari; Jahangir Khan NEW DELHI: West Bengal chief minister Suvendu Adhikari on Friday said “so-called Pushpa” Jahangir Khan is “my responsibility” and called for a violence-free re-poll in the Falta assembly constituency, scheduled for May 21.”So-called Pushpa is my responsibility now; Falta repoll must be violence-free,” PTI quoted Adhikari as saying.In the run-up to polls, Khan, a strongman of the Trinamool Congress (TMC) and the party’s Falta candidate, had described himself as “Pushpa” — the smuggler-turned-strongman character played by Telugu actor Allu Arjun in the two “Pushpa” films.That remark was in response to UP-cadre IPS officer Ajay Pal Sharma, who was appointed by the Election Commission as a police observer in West Bengal and had been likened to “Singham” — the police officer character portrayed by Ajay Devgn in the “Singham” film series. In a viral video, Sharma was seen warning Khan’s family, prompting Khan’s response.”Tell him, we’ll deal properly with him if his men continue to threaten…don’t cry or regret it then,” Sharma said in the video.The Election Commission ordered a re-poll in the Falta constituency after the button next to the BJP’s symbol on electronic voting machines was found taped at several polling booths. Counting of votes will take place on May 24.In the West Bengal assembly elections, held on April 23 and 29, the BJP ousted the TMC, ending the Mamata Banerjee-led party’s 15-year rule and forming its first government in the state. The elections witnessed a turnout of over 90% in both phases.Adhikari, a former TMC leader, won from both his bastion Nandigram and Banerjee’s Bhabanipur stronghold, where he defeated the now-former chief minister in a repeat of their 2021 Nandigram contest, in which he had narrowly prevailed. He has since vacated the Nandigram seat and retained Bhabanipur.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos’Misquoted’: CJI Surya Kant Clarifies ‘Cockroach’ Remarks On Unemployed YouthNetherlands Returns 11th Century Chola-Era Copper Plates To India During PM Modi’s Visit’Jhalmuri Reached Here Too?’: PM Modi Invokes Bengal Polls In Netherlands, Lauds Indian DiasporaRampur Court Sentences Azam Khan To 2 Years In 2019 Speech Case, SP Veteran Faces Fresh Legal BlowRG Kar Case Back In Spotlight As BJP MLA Ratna Debnath Calls Mamata Banerjee ‘Head Of Criminals’RG Kar Case Back In Spotlight As BJP MLA Ratna Debnath Calls Mamata Banerjee ‘Head Of Criminals’Delhi Court Grants Robert Vadra Bail In Shikohpur Land Deal Money Laundering Case,ED Probe ContinuesMamata Banerjee Tells Leaders Free To Leave TMC, Vows To Rebuild Party After Bengal Poll RoutJamiat Attacks Bhojshala Verdict, Says Ayodhya Judgment Opened Door To New Religious Site DisputesLiquor Row Turns Political In J&K: BJP Protests Outside Omar Abdullah Residence, NC Defends Policy123Photostories5 adorable pet dog breeds that grow tall and large8 vegetarian foods Indians used before protein powder existed8 local Indian foods loved around the worldHow to grow Mint endlessly in your balcony garden using kitchen scraps: Simple step-by-step guide for beginnersHuma Qureshi brings Banaras to Cannes in royal purple saree with Riviera-inspired palm motifs5 signs a mother is mentally exhaustedNational Dengue Day 2026: Doctors warn Dengue is now a year-round threat, and families are still missing early signs6 delicious traditional Indian dishes made with rice flour6 signs your child is ready for preschoolJannat Zubair’s home, ‘gilded’ in gold and neutrals, is effortlessly luxurious: Artsy inspirations to take away123Hot PicksCBSE class 12 resultUS Iran warPrateek YadavHaryana election resultForeign outflowNEET exam cancelledTamil Nadu assemblyTop TrendingRishabh PantNEET PaperIPL Points TableNEET Aspirant DieKerala Board SSLC Result 2026IPL 2026IPL Orange Cap 2026Bengaluru RapeCBSE 2 Language RuleRussia Lavrow
Suvendu Adhikari; Jahangir Khan
NEW DELHI: West Bengal chief minister Suvendu Adhikari on Friday said “so-called Pushpa” Jahangir Khan is “my responsibility” and called for a violence-free re-poll in the Falta assembly constituency, scheduled for May 21.“So-called Pushpa is my responsibility now; Falta repoll must be violence-free,” PTI quoted Adhikari as saying.In the run-up to polls, Khan, a strongman of the Trinamool Congress (TMC) and the party’s Falta candidate, had described himself as “Pushpa” — the smuggler-turned-strongman character played by Telugu actor Allu Arjun in the two “Pushpa” films.That remark was in response to UP-cadre IPS officer Ajay Pal Sharma, who was appointed by the Election Commission as a police observer in West Bengal and had been likened to “Singham” — the police officer character portrayed by Ajay Devgn in the “Singham” film series. In a viral video, Sharma was seen warning Khan’s family, prompting Khan’s response.“Tell him, we’ll deal properly with him if his men continue to threaten…don’t cry or regret it then,” Sharma said in the video.The Election Commission ordered a re-poll in the Falta constituency after the button next to the BJP’s symbol on electronic voting machines was found taped at several polling booths. Counting of votes will take place on May 24.In the West Bengal assembly elections, held on April 23 and 29, the BJP ousted the TMC, ending the Mamata Banerjee-led party’s 15-year rule and forming its first government in the state. The elections witnessed a turnout of over 90% in both phases.Adhikari, a former TMC leader, won from both his bastion Nandigram and Banerjee’s Bhabanipur stronghold, where he defeated the now-former chief minister in a repeat of their 2021 Nandigram contest, in which he had narrowly prevailed. He has since vacated the Nandigram seat and retained Bhabanipur.
