Chandranath Rath, the personal assistant to BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari, was tragically shot dead in Madhyamgram. This incident occurred just two days after the party celebrated a significant assembly election victory.
Shooting Incident Details
Rath was targeted while he traveled in a moving vehicle. Reports indicate that he was struck by three bullets out of four fired at him. The attackers reportedly trailed his vehicle, opening fire as it slowed down.
Casualties and Injuries
In addition to Chandranath Rath’s death, another individual named Buddhadeb sustained injuries during the attack. He has since been hospitalized for treatment following the incident, which took place in the North 24 Parganas district near Kolkata.
Response from Suvendu Adhikari’s Family
Suvendu Adhikari was not present with Rath during this tragic event. His brother, Dibyendu Adhikari, expressed the family’s concerns. He has called for an investigation by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to ensure that those responsible are brought to justice.
Context and Implications
This shooting not only casts a shadow over the recent electoral victory of the BJP in West Bengal but also raises serious questions regarding the safety of political figures and their aides in the region.
