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The usually quiet streets of Kolkata witnessed a dramatic scene on Friday as supporters of the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) clashed near the designated EVM strongrooms in the city. The tension was palpable as the police, fearing a potential breach of the strongrooms, locked down neighbourhoods within a 200-metre radius of all seven strongrooms. The move came as a precautionary measure to maintain law and order in the city and prevent any untoward incident.
Clashes Break Out as TMC and BJP Supporters Face Off
The clashes began in the morning when a group of BJP supporters tried to reach the strongroom in the Behala area. They were met with resistance from TMC supporters, who were also trying to reach the same location. The situation quickly escalated, with both groups engaging in heated arguments and pushing each other. The police were forced to intervene to prevent a major confrontation.
Similar clashes were reported from other areas of the city, including the Dum Dum and Jadavpur areas. In Dum Dum, a group of BJP supporters allegedly tried to enter the strongroom, but were stopped by TMC supporters. The police had to use force to disperse the crowd and maintain order.
Tension Mounts as Police Lock Down Neighbourhoods
The police decision to lock down neighbourhoods near the strongrooms has added to the tension in the city. Many residents were seen venturing out of their homes, curious to know what was happening. The police, however, were firm in their resolve to maintain law and order and prevent any breach of the strongrooms.
The locked-down areas include several schools, shops, and residential buildings. The police have set up barricades and deployed additional personnel to maintain a strong presence in the area. The strongrooms, which contain the Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) used in the elections, are considered highly sensitive and any breach could compromise the integrity of the electoral process.
Political Parties Criticise Police Action</hassistant
{“title”:”Tension Grips Kolkata as TMC and BJP Supporters Clash Near EVM Strongrooms”,”content”:”
The usually quiet streets of Kolkata witnessed a dramatic scene on Friday as supporters of the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) clashed near the designated EVM strongrooms in the city. The tension was palpable as the police, fearing a potential breach of the strongrooms, locked down neighbourhoods within a 200-metre radius of all seven strongrooms. The move came as a precautionary measure to maintain law and order in the city and prevent any untoward incident.
Clashes Break Out as TMC and BJP Supporters Face Off
The clashes began in the morning when a group of BJP supporters tried to reach the strongroom in the Behala area. They were met with resistance from TMC supporters, who were also trying to reach the same location. The situation quickly escalated, with both groups engaging in heated arguments and pushing each other. The police were forced to intervene to prevent a major confrontation.
Similar clashes were reported from other areas of the city, including the Dum Dum and Jadavpur areas. In Dum Dum, a group of BJP supporters allegedly tried to enter the strongroom, but were stopped by TMC supporters. The police had to use force to disperse the crowd and maintain order.
Tension Mounts as Police Lock Down Neighbourhoods
The police decision to lock down neighbourhoods near the strongrooms has added to the tension in the city. Many residents were seen venturing out of their homes, curious to know what was happening. The police, however, were firm in their resolve to maintain law and order and prevent any breach of the strongrooms.
The locked-down areas include several schools, shops, and residential buildings. The police have set up barricades and deployed additional personnel to maintain a strong presence in the area. The strongrooms, which contain the Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) used in the elections, are considered highly sensitive and any breach could compromise the integrity of the electoral process.
Political Parties Criticise Police Action
The TMC and the BJP have been critical of the police action, with both parties accusing each other of attempting to disrupt the electoral process. The TMC has alleged that the BJP was trying to create a disturbance near the strongrooms, while the BJP has accused the TMC of trying to suppress their supporters.
The police, however, have maintained that their action was necessary to prevent any untoward incident and ensure the smooth conduct of the elections. The authorities have assured that adequate measures have been taken to ensure the safety and security of the strongrooms and the EVMs.
The clashes and the police action have raised concerns about the safety and security of the elections in the city. The situation is being closely watched by the Election Commission and the state government, which are keen to ensure that the elections are conducted peacefully and without any disruptions.
In the backdrop of the tense situation, the people of Kolkata are eagerly waiting for the elections to be over and the city to return to normalcy. The police are working tirelessly to maintain law and order and prevent any further incidents. The situation is fluid, and only time will tell how it unfolds.
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