Cop among 2 injured in clash between TMC and BJP supporters in Kolkata before PM Modi's event

In a prelude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's scheduled event in Kolkata, a violent clash erupted between supporters of the Trinamool Congress (TMC) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), resulting in injuries to two individuals, including a police officer. The conflict reportedly originated from allegations of stones being hurled at the residence of a TMC minister, leading both parties to exchange accusations of inciting violence. The situation has highlighted the ongoing political tensions in West Bengal, where both the TMC and BJP have been vying for dominance. This incident comes as the BJP has been intensifying its campaign efforts in the state, amid a backdrop of previous confrontations between the two parties. Local law enforcement has been deployed to manage the unrest, as both sides prepare for further political activities leading up to the event. The clash underscores the volatile atmosphere in West Bengal's political landscape, raising concerns about safety and order during high-profile political gatherings.