India • Jun 23, 2025

Tragic bomb blast at Trinamool victory rally claims young life

A 13-year-old girl lost her life in a bomb blast during a Trinamool Congress (TMC) victory rally in Barochandgar, Nadia.
She was walking to a pond with her mother when the explosion happened.
The rally was celebrating TMC's big bypoll win in Kaliganj.

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Investigation underway; TMC leader calls for peace

Police are investigating and say they'll take strict action against those behind the blast.
West Bengal's Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee shared her shock and sadness over the incident.
The girl's mother, who supports CPI-M, believes this was linked to post-poll violence.
TMC leader Sujan Chakraborty also condemned the attack, saying celebrations should never turn violent.