BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari's assistant, Chandranath Rath, was shot dead amid escalating post-poll violence in West Bengal.

BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari's assistant, Chandranath Rath, was shot dead amid escalating post-poll violence in West Bengal.

Tensions rise in Kolkata as bulldozers demolish structures in New Market, sparking allegations of political violence post-BJP victory.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah is set to fly to Kolkata today to oversee the selection of West Bengal's next Chief Minister after the BJP's landslide victory. While several names are doing the rounds, Suvendu Adhikari is the frontrunner. It will be a big risk to not appoint him the CM. Not for the BJP as a party, but for its messaging and impetus.

KOLKATA: Four people have been killed in political unrest after Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Hindu-nationalist party celebrated victory in state polls in West Bengal, police and party officials said Wednesday (May 6).Modi's Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)

CEC orders immediate arrests in West Bengal post-poll violence, emphasising law enforcement amid rising tensions, officials report.

West Bengal BJP Leader and winning candidate from Bhabanipur constituency, Suvendu Adhikari’s personal assistant Chandranath Rath shot dead in North 24 Parganas on Wednesday.

Chandranath Dutta, a personal assistant to BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari, died after a shooting in Madhyamgram on Wednesday night.

Kolkata, May 6: Gyanesh Kumar has directed authorities in West Bengal to immediately arrest those involved in post-poll violence and vandalism, following recent incidents that left two people dead and several party offices damaged. The directive was issued to the chief secretary, director general of police, Kolkata Police commissioner, senior officials of central armed police […]

Daijiworld Media Network - Kolkata Kolkata, May 6: Authorities in West Bengal have registered 200 FIRs and made 433 arrests in connection with post-election violence since the Assembly results were declared on May 4, Director General of Police Siddh Nath Gupta said on Wednesday. In addition to those arrested for dire.....

Chandranath Rath, a close aide of Suvendu Adhikari, was shot dead in North 24 Parganas on Wednesday night. His killing has intensified political tensions in Bengal amid the volatile post-election atmosphere.

In addition to the 433 arrests made for direct involvement in cases of post-poll violence, the DGP said that 1,100 persons have so far been placed under preventive detention.

Kolkata, May 6: A personal assistant of Suvendu Adhikari was shot dead in alleged post-poll violence in West Bengal, officials said on Wednesday. The victim, identified as Chandranath Rath, was attacked by unidentified assailants who fired three shots at close range. He sustained bullet injuries to the head, chest, and leg, leading to his death. […]

BJP's Suvendu Adhikari announces he will vacate one Assembly seat within 10 days, with party leadership deciding which to retain.

BJP's Suvendu Adhikari announces he will vacate one Assembly seat within 10 days, with party leadership deciding which to retain.

Chandranath Rath, a close aide of Suvendu Adhikari, was shot dead in a planned ambush in Madhyamgram. The killing has sharpened post-poll tensions in West Bengal as police scan CCTV footage and rival parties trade accusations.

Post-poll violence in West Bengal continued for a second day, with killings, arson and vandalism reported across districts. The clashes triggered rival accusations, police deployment and an Election Commission order for zero tolerance.

Gyanesh Kumar directed the authorities concerned to immediately arrest those involved in post-poll violence and vandalism in West Bengal

Tension escalates in North 24 Parganas after BJP leader's aide is murdered, prompting heightened police security and protests.

Chandranath Rath, the close aide of BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari who was shot dead in West Bengal's North 24 Parganas district, had travelled an unusual path — from serving in the Indian Air Force to becoming one of the opposition leader's most truste

Chandranath Rath, the close aide of BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari who was shot dead in West Bengal's North 24 Parganas district, had travelled an unusual path — from serving in the Indian Air Force to becoming one of the opposition leader's most truste

Chandranath Rath, an ex-Air Force serviceman, became a key political aide to Suvendu Adhikari before being tragically shot dead.

Chandranath Rath, an ex-Air Force serviceman, became a key political aide to Suvendu Adhikari before being tragically shot dead.

Suvendu Adhikari's personal secretary, Chandranath Rath, was allegedly shot dead late Wednesday night in North 24 Parganas district, in what investigators suspect was a planned and targeted attack.

Who was Chandranath Rath: West Bengal is on high alert following the brutal murder of Chandranath Rath, personal aide to BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari. Rath was targeted with three rounds of gunfire in a high-profile attack that has sparked a political firestorm amid 2026 post-poll unrest.  

CEC orders immediate arrests in West Bengal post-poll violence, emphasizing law enforcement amid rising tensions, officials report.

Bengal BJP leader Agnimitra Paul made an allegation of a political motive behind the incident and claimed that CCTV footage was being examined.