Put petty politics aside, says Rahul Gandhi, as he backs Mamata Banerjee
Rahul Gandhi, leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, criticized the BJP's victory in the West Bengal and Assam Assembly elections as a "theft" of the popular mandate, alleging it was part of the party's attempt to destroy Indian democracy. He expressed support for the Trinamool Congress (TMC) and urged political parties to prioritize national interests over partisan concerns. Gandhi also noted that this is not an isolated incident, referencing previous instances of electoral manipulation by the BJP.
7 MAY 2026
— The Hindu
Following the targeted assassination of Chandranath Rath, BJP supporters protested for the immediate arrest of the assailants, prompting increased security in North 24 Parganas.
— BBC
Following the BJP's historic victory in the West Bengal election, Chandranath Rath, a personal assistant to Suvendu Adhikari, was shot and killed in post-poll violence.
— The Hindu
A close aide of Suvendu Adhikari, Chandranath Rath, was fatally shot, and his driver, Buddhadeb Bera, underwent multiple surgeries after sustaining critical bullet injuries.
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