WATCH: Clash between two communities near police station in Kolkata, attack on temple, arson and vandalism of vehicles, heavy forces deployed

Kolkata News: The clash between two communities in Kolkata has escalated significantly. The situation is out of control. Videos of the violence are going viral. It is claimed that there was vandalism in the temple. The Tulsi shrines outside the temple were broken. Hundreds of police personnel have been deployed at the spot. People locked themselves in their homes to save their lives. Several shops and houses were set on fire. This violence occurred in an area adjacent to the police station. The situation at the spot remains tense.

There are reports of damage to government property in this violence. Central ministers have targeted the Mamata Banerjee government in tweets. The BJP says that law and order in the capital has failed, and one can now imagine what the situation must be like in other areas of West Bengal.

Conspiracy Fire in Kolkata

Even police officers were not spared in Kolkata. The accused rioters in the communal violence smashed and set fire to whatever came in their way. The clash, which started over a local shop in front of Rabindra Nagar Police Station, turned into a major tension. Several cars and motorcycles were also set on fire.

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Atmosphere of panic among people – CCTV broken

Local residents are frightened. They say that this violence erupted over the issue of setting up a shop in the temple in front of the police station. People said that rioters also broke their CCTV cameras. Forces from several Kolkata police stations have been called. There is an atmosphere of panic among the people.

A central minister wrote on X- ‘If you want to understand the reality of Bengali Hindus in the Muslim-majority areas of Bengal, these incidents are enough. They are not just disturbing. They expose a serious and systematic persecution. Vandalism was carried out in a Shiva temple right in front of the police station. Local Hindus were brutally attacked. Even the police were not spared.’

The incident took place under the jurisdiction of Rabindranagar Police Station in Maheshtala. To be blunt—this is yet another burning example of the so-called ‘Diamond Model’. If you want to understand the reality…

A police officer, popularly known as ‘Singham’, was allegedly hit so hard that his head was injured. The most humiliating thing? Even knowing who is responsible for this—a certain “peace-loving” community—the police took no action against them. Instead, they attacked Hindus. Holy Tulsi shrines were broken, sacred plants were uprooted, and Hindus were subjected to the foulest abuses. Shops were looted and broken, even homes in the area were targeted.

A BJP leader also posted on X, calling the TMC government of Mamata Banerjee a failure in matters of law and order.

Diamond Harbour Model. The disgraceful incident of vandalism at the Shiva Temple in Ward No. 7, Maheshtala, under Metiabruz Assembly constituency, near Rabindra Nagar Police Station is simply unacceptable. Miscreants had illegally encroached upon Temple Committee land, set up…

Tension persists in Kolkata, although the situation is now under control. Many people appeared angry with the police because they said the police delayed taking action, which caused them and their families to suffer damage.

temple

A temple is a structure reserved for religious or spiritual activities, such as prayer and sacrifice, and has been a feature of human civilization since antiquity. They vary greatly in architectural style and function across cultures, from the ancient Greek Parthenon to the Hindu temples of India. Historically, temples have served as the center of community life, acting as places of worship, learning, and social gathering.

Tulsi shrines

Tulsi shrines are small, elevated structures found in Hindu households and temples that house the sacred tulsi (holy basil) plant. They are central to daily worship and rituals, honoring the plant’s status as an earthly manifestation of the goddess Lakshmi or Vrinda. This tradition has ancient roots in Hindu scriptures, which praise the tulsi plant for its purifying and protective qualities.

Rabindra Nagar Police Station

Rabindra Nagar Police Station is a local law enforcement facility in Kolkata, India, named in honor of the Nobel laureate and cultural icon Rabindranath Tagore. While its specific founding date is not widely documented, it operates as a standard police station serving its community, upholding public order and safety.

Shiva temple

The Shiva temple is a Hindu place of worship dedicated to Lord Shiva, one of the principal deities of Hinduism. These temples, found throughout South Asia and the Indian diaspora, have been constructed for millennia, with some of the most famous examples, like those at Khajuraho, dating back to the medieval period. They are often characterized by their distinct architecture, which includes a sacred inner sanctum housing a Shiva Linga.

Maheshtala

Maheshtala is a city and municipality in the South 24 Parganas district of West Bengal, India. Historically a rural area, it has rapidly urbanized and industrialized, becoming a major southern suburb of Kolkata. Its name is believed to be derived from the Hindu goddess Maheshwari.

Metiabruz Assembly constituency

Metiabruz is a historic assembly constituency in Kolkata, West Bengal, India. The area is historically significant as the final refuge of Wajid Ali Shah, the last Nawab of Awadh (Oudh), who was exiled there by the British in 1856. His presence established the area as a notable center of Mughlai culture, cuisine, and Shia Muslim traditions.

Diamond Harbour Model

The Diamond Harbour Model is a detailed architectural scale model of the town of Diamond Harbour in West Bengal, India. It was created to visualize and plan the future development of this historic river port, which served as a key trading post during the British colonial era. The model showcases proposed infrastructure and urban design for the area, which lies on the eastern bank of the Hooghly River.

Temple Committee land

The Temple Committee land refers to a historically significant area in Jerusalem, Israel, purchased in the 19th century by the “Va’ad HaKlali” (General Committee) for the Jewish community. This land, located outside the Old City walls, was intended to provide housing and alleviate overcrowding in the Jewish Quarter. It became the foundation for new neighborhoods, marking a pivotal moment in the modern expansion of Jerusalem.