A Bharatiya Janata Party candidate along with Ratna Debnath, the mother of the RG Kar hospital case victim, on Wednesday alleged that they were threatened and nearly attacked during polling in West Bengal, intensifying political tensions amid ongoing elections in the state.
Speaking to reporters during the second phase of voting, the BJP candidate claimed that Trinamool Congress supporters tried to intimidate them at a polling location. The candidate alleged that the situation escalated to the point where threats were issued, including a warning that they would be “seen on May 4”.
Ratna Debnath also supported the allegations, stating that the incident reflected a disturbing pattern of intimidation during elections. She said that attempts were made to create pressure and fear among those associated with the BJP campaign. The duo demanded stronger action from election authorities to ensure safety and free voting.
The allegations come at a time when multiple political parties in West Bengal have accused each other of violence, intimidation, and misuse of influence during the polling process. The Trinamool Congress has not yet issued a detailed response to these specific claims.
Election officials have deployed central forces across sensitive booths in the state to maintain order and prevent disturbances. Authorities have repeatedly stated that security arrangements are in place to ensure peaceful voting, though isolated incidents of tension have been reported from several areas.
The BJP has raised concerns over what it calls a “hostile environment” for opposition candidates in parts of West Bengal. Meanwhile, ruling party leaders have often rejected such allegations, accusing opposition parties of making baseless claims to influence public perception during elections.
As polling continues, security remains tight across constituencies, with election observers monitoring the situation closely to ensure that voters can exercise their democratic rights without fear or disruption.
