NEW DELHI: The Trinamool Congress on Monday alleged that “goons” of the Bharatiya Janata Party attacked Arambag MP Mitali Bag’s car on the last day of campaigning ahead of the second phase of the West Bengal Assembly polls.In a post on X, the TMC said that Bag was “brutally and dastardly attacked by BJP lumpens and thugs. Her car was vandalised. Her windshield smashed. Shards of glass pierced her body.”“Amit Shah threatened our leaders and party workers that anyone who steps out of their house would be hung upside down. Today, that threat was acted upon,” the party said.“This is an attempt on the life of an elected Member of Parliament. Amit Shah issued the order from the stage. His lumpens carried it out on the street. The chain of command is direct. The responsibility is his,” it added.Bag was reportedly admitted to a local hospital. Officials said the situation in the area remains peaceful at present, with security forces maintaining strict vigilance.The Arambag seat is currently held by the BJP’s Madhusudan Bag, who defeated TMC’s Sujata Mondal by a margin of 7,172 (3.3 per cent) votes.The seat used to be a CPI(M) bastion before the 2011 delimitation. The TMC won the seat in 2011 and 2016 before losing it to the BJP in the 2021 polls.The BJP has fielded Hemanta Bag against the TMC’s Mita Bag to defend the constituency. CPI(M)’s Bithika Pandit is also in the fray.Earlier in the day, West Bengal Police arrested four individuals in connection with violent clashes between TMC and BJP supporters in front of the Jagatdal Police Station.Polling for the second phase of elections is scheduled for April 29, while counting of votes will take place on May 4.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“Bound To Happen”: Congress MLA’s Take On Trump Event ShootingArvind Kejriwal Shocks Court With Refusal To Appear In Excise Case“Hope Of Justice Shattered”: Kejriwal Skips Court, Sends Letter To Justice Swarana KantaAAP Workers Detained Outside Raghav Chadha’s House During Mumbai Protest“Fix Delhi And Pahalgam First” West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee Launches Fierce Attack On BJP“TMC’s Time Is Over” Amit Shah Tears Into TMC Over Infiltrators During Bengal RallyPassport Row Escalates: Pawan Khera Approaches Supreme Court After Gauhati HC Rejects Bail PleaBJP MP Sudhanshu Trivedi Attacks TMC, Raises RG Kar Case And Law And Order ConcernsPM Narendra Modi To Inaugurate 594 Km Ganga Expressway In Uttar Pradesh On April 29“India Expands Global Trade Reach” Union Minister Piyush Goyal On NZ FTA123Photostories”My idlis always turn hard, grainy, and dry”: South Indian caterer shares 4 secrets to make soft and fluffy idlis at home5 colorful fruits and veggies that can keep you cool during peak heatwaveFrom a Rs 2.5 lakh purse to gold investments, an outfit worth Rs 60,000, and a luxurious house: Anupamaa’s Nidhi Shah’s lavish lifestyleWhat is your inner calling based on your birth dateThese 5 Zodiac Signs Will Find Their Person This Year5 cutest cat breeds in 2026 that are taking over the internet right now5 simple moves that stop blood sugar spikes after every mealKareena Kapoor Khan and Saif Ali Khan:5 relationship lessons to learn from Bollywood’s power couple8 healthy infused waters that are a must have in summer for healthy digestion6 common flight mistakes by that may cost travellers their health123Hot PicksWest Bengal PollsPM ModiMamata BanerjeeRahul GandhiBengal RallyWest Bengal ElectionsMatua CommunityTop TrendingRussini Mike Photo ControversyTamil Nadu electionNFL Trade RumorsPetrol Diesel PriceAssam HS 12th ResultJac Class 12 ResultPatrick MahomesBengal PollsNirmala SitharamanIPL Orange Cap
NEW DELHI: The Trinamool Congress on Monday alleged that “goons” of the Bharatiya Janata Party attacked Arambag MP Mitali Bag’s car on the last day of campaigning ahead of the second phase of the West Bengal Assembly polls.In a post on X, the TMC said that Bag was “brutally and dastardly attacked by BJP lumpens and thugs. Her car was vandalised. Her windshield smashed. Shards of glass pierced her body.”“Amit Shah threatened our leaders and party workers that anyone who steps out of their house would be hung upside down. Today, that threat was acted upon,” the party said.“This is an attempt on the life of an elected Member of Parliament. Amit Shah issued the order from the stage. His lumpens carried it out on the street. The chain of command is direct. The responsibility is his,” it added.Bag was reportedly admitted to a local hospital. Officials said the situation in the area remains peaceful at present, with security forces maintaining strict vigilance.The Arambag seat is currently held by the BJP’s Madhusudan Bag, who defeated TMC’s Sujata Mondal by a margin of 7,172 (3.3 per cent) votes.The seat used to be a CPI(M) bastion before the 2011 delimitation. The TMC won the seat in 2011 and 2016 before losing it to the BJP in the 2021 polls.The BJP has fielded Hemanta Bag against the TMC’s Mita Bag to defend the constituency. CPI(M)’s Bithika Pandit is also in the fray.Earlier in the day, West Bengal Police arrested four individuals in connection with violent clashes between TMC and BJP supporters in front of the Jagatdal Police Station.Polling for the second phase of elections is scheduled for April 29, while counting of votes will take place on May 4.
