Violence erupts in Kolkata as Hindu Jagran Manch protest clashes with police; Officer injured
Trinamool Congress adopts a firm stance against central agencies, with a notable movement from Kolkata to Delhi, gaining support from the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP). The Kolkata Police reports an attack on the National Investigation Agency (NIA) team in Bhupatinagar to the Election Commission, prompting the investigating agency to approach the High Court.
Meanwhile, in Malda South, BJP candidate Khagen Murmu faces scrutiny after allegedly kissing a woman voter, sparking a debate over women's respect in politics.