TMC and BJP supporters clash in Kolkata before PM Modi’s rally, cop injured

Tensions flared near Girish Park in Kolkata as TMC and BJP supporters clashed, pelting stones and raising slogans just before Prime Minister Modi's rally, with a police officer among two injured. Both parties accused each other of initiating the violence, with claims of damaged vehicles and hurled abuses, prompting police intervention.

14 Mar, 09:18 — 14 Mar, 10:46

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Why this matters

This incident highlights the intense political rivalry and volatile atmosphere in West Bengal, particularly in the run-up to significant political events. Such clashes can disrupt public order and indicate underlying tensions between major political factions.

Key entitiesTMC (Trinamool Congress)BJP (Bharatiya Janata Party)Kolkata PM Modi

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What sources agree on

Clashes occurred between supporters of the TMC and BJP parties in Kolkata
The clashes took place hours before a rally by Prime Minister Modi
A police officer was among those injured in the altercations
Both the TMC and BJP accused each other of provocation and initiating the violence

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A police officer was injured in the clashes

agreed·hindustan-timesTimes of India

Clashes occurred near Girish Park in Kolkata

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Stones were thrown at a minister's residence

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Allegations of stones being thrown at a minister's residence

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Times of IndiaMostly Factual172d ago

TMC and BJP supporters clash in Kolkata hours before PM Modi’s rally

Tensions flared near Girish Park in Kolkata as TMC and BJP supporters clashed, pelting stones and raising slogans just before Prime Minister Modi's rally. Both parties accused each other of initiating the violence, with claims of damaged vehicles and hurled abuses. Police intervened to restore order in the area.

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hindustan-timesMostly Factual172d ago

Cop among 2 injured in clash between TMC and BJP supporters in Kolkata before PM Modi's event

Allegations surfaced of stones being thrown at a minister's residence, and both parties accused each other of provocation amid escalating tensions.

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Coverage Timeline

First report: Times of India · 14 Mar, 09:18|Full coverage: 3 · 1h|Window: 1h

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Times of India14 Mar, 09:18First to report

TMC and BJP supporters clash in Kolkata hours before PM Modi’s rally

indian-express14 Mar, 09:55

Violence erupts near PM Modi’s Kolkata rally: Minister’s house attacked, workers injured in BJP-TMC faceoff

hindustan-times14 Mar, 10:46Latest update

Cop among 2 injured in clash between TMC and BJP supporters in Kolkata before PM Modi's event

Story evolution

Initial ClashesMarch 14 morning

TMC and BJP supporters began clashing near Girish Park, involving stone-pelting and slogan-raising.

Injuries ReportedMarch 14 morning

Reports confirmed injuries, including a police officer, amidst the ongoing altercations.

TMC and BJP supporters clash in Kolkata before PM Modi’s rally, cop injured

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TMC and BJP supporters clash in Kolkata hours before PM Modi’s rally

Cop among 2 injured in clash between TMC and BJP supporters in Kolkata before PM Modi's event

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TMC and BJP supporters clash in Kolkata hours before PM Modi’s rally

Violence erupts near PM Modi’s Kolkata rally: Minister’s house attacked, workers injured in BJP-TMC faceoff

Cop among 2 injured in clash between TMC and BJP supporters in Kolkata before PM Modi's event

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