Congress worker killed in Asansol:Party alleges TMC’s role in attack, opposition calls it first case of post-poll violence

Tension escalated in Asansol on Saturday following the alleged murder of a Congress worker, triggering fresh political confrontation in the aftermath of the first phase of polling. Incident reported in Asansol North constituency According to reports, the incident took place on Friday night in an apartment complex under the Asansol North Assembly constituency. The victim, identified as Debdeep Chattopadhyay, was allegedly attacked while returning home. Local sources claimed that his vehicle was intercepted and he was severely assaulted, leading to his death. Family alleges vehicle interception and assault Congress candidate from Asansol North, Prasenjit Puitundi, directly blamed workers linked to the Trinamool Congress for the incident. He alleged that the attack was politically motivated and described it as an instance of post-poll violence. The accusation has intensified tensions in the area. Congress blames Trinamool for violent attack Supporters and locals gathered in protest, placing the body outside the Asansol South police outpost and demanding immediate action. The situation remained tense as political workers raised slogans and called for justice. Tension rises over post poll violence Opposition parties have termed the incident as the first casualty of alleged post-election violence in the state. However, no formal complaint had been registered with the police at the time of reporting.