BJP Calls Strike in West Bengal Protests

The BJP called for a 'dawn-to-dusk' strike in West Bengal to protest police actions against demonstrators demanding the resignation of Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee over the rape and murder of a doctor at RG Kar Medical College. The strike, which faced violent incidents including an alleged shooting of a BJP leader, resulted in significant disruptions to daily life in Kolkata, with reduced public transport and tense confrontations between BJP and TMC supporters. Amid these tensions, the BJP accused the state administration of allowing tampering with evidence related to the crime, a claim that Kolkata police have refuted. Additionally, a coordination meeting of the RSS is expected to address crime against women in light of the incident and strengthen ties with the BJP ahead of upcoming elections. This meeting will also focus on ensuring women's safety and protecting minority communities in Bangladesh amidst rising concerns.