The political landscape of Panihati has turned volatile following allegations of obstruction during the BJP candidate’s election campaign on Wednesday. The BJP camp has accused TMC supporters of deliberately disrupting their public meetings and creating hurdles at the entry points of campaign venues. The incident has led to a significant escalation of tension between the two major political rivals in the region.

According to local reports, as the BJP candidate initiated their outreach program, they were met with loud counter-slogans and physical blockades. The situation rapidly devolved into a “Slogan War,” with TMC’s “Joy Bangla” chants clashing with BJP’s “Jai Shri Ram” responses. This intense confrontation created an atmosphere of fear among local residents.

While the BJP claims that these tactics are a sign of TMC’s desperation, the ruling party has dismissed the allegations as baseless. TMC representatives stated that they were merely conducting their own political programs and have not interfered with anyone’s right to campaign. With both sides refusing to back down, Panihati is now being categorized as one of the most sensitive zones in the upcoming electoral battle.