Traffic comes to a standstill as BJP procession clashes with police in Dumdum Park

Tension gripped the Dumdum Park area on Saturday morning after a BJP procession protesting against the alleged law and order deterioration in West Bengal was stopped by the police. The situation escalated into a heated confrontation, leading to roadblocks and massive traffic congestion on VIP Road, disrupting daily commuters.

The BJP rally, which started from Laketown, was part of the party’s ongoing protests against what they claim is rising crime and lawlessness in the state. However, as the procession reached Dumdum Park, the police intervened, attempting to halt the march. Protesters allegedly tried to break through police barricades, leading to a verbal altercation that quickly turned into a physical scuffle.

Eyewitnesses reported chaotic scenes as BJP workers clashed with the police, with both sides refusing to back down. A section of BJP protesters accused the police of mishandling women activists, alleging that there were no female officers present during the crackdown. Some activists claimed that their clothes were torn during the scuffle, further escalating tensions.

Enraged by the alleged mistreatment, BJP workers staged a sit-in protest on VIP Road, completely blocking traffic for a significant period. The disruption led to long traffic snarls, with commuters stuck in gridlock as police struggled to regain control of the situation. The protestors chanted slogans against the state government, holding placards demanding justice and better law enforcement.

A large contingent of police forces was deployed to disperse the protestors and restore normalcy. Authorities attempted to negotiate with BJP leaders to clear the road, but the standoff persisted for hours. Eventually, after several rounds of discussions, the protesters vacated the area, though the situation remained tense.

The incident marks another flashpoint in the ongoing political battle between the BJP and the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC) in West Bengal. While BJP leaders condemned the police action, accusing the state government of suppressing democratic protests, the administration defended its response, stating that public disruptions could not be allowed.