Clash between BJP and CPI(M) kills one, injures several
Clashes erupted between the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and opposition CPI-M rocked the Charilam area under Sepahijala district of Tripura on Wednesday afternoon. Sahid Ali, a CPI-M worker, lost his life in the clashes that left many injured from both sides. 65-years-old Ali suffered grievous injuries on his head as a brickbat hit him during the brawl between the workers of both parties at Charilam, sources in the police department have said.
According to reports, CPI-M had a pre-scheduled mass deputation at the local rural development block office that was supposed to be followed by reopening of a party office and street corner at the market. CPI-M MLA from Bishalgarh Bhanu Lal Saha who had also suffered injuries during the attacks said that the party had already received police permission which was granted. He said, “The attack was unprovoked”.
Police Superintendent of Sepahijala district also suffered minor injuries in the stone pelting. Police said, more than 30 people were injured in the clashes that broke out between CPI-M and BJP. CPIM state committee member Pabitra Kar said, “Sahid Mia, a resident of Uttar Para in Charilam was rescued by fire brigade troopers and admitted to Bishalgarh hospital. He was referred to GBP hospital for treatment where he breathed his last”.