In a disturbing incident from Nandigram, West Bengal, a woman was reportedly stripped and dragged through the streets by a group of miscreants. The victim claims that this horrifying act was orchestrated as retaliation for her decision to leave the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and join the Trinamool Congress (TMC).Political Retaliation AllegedAccording to the victim, her affiliation shift to the TMC angered certain individuals within the BJP, leading to this brutal attack. The incident has sparked widespread outrage, with many condemning the use of such violence in political conflicts. The woman, traumatized by the ordeal, has called for justice, urging authorities to take strict action against the perpetrators.According to The Times of India, the survivor alleged: I was at home with my son and daughter on Friday night... about thirty to forty people broke down the door, dragged me into the village, stripped me naked and beat me up. They dragged me a long way and tried to kill me. They fled as cops arrived.We were once with BJP but joined Trinamool before the recent elections. A few days ago, they beat me up and molested me in the village after which I had filed a police complaint. Fridays incident was an attempt to force me to withdraw the complaint, she added.It is important to note that the incident has drawn a significant attention, highlighting the increasing tension and violence in the political landscape of West Bengal when people are already protesting after the rape and murder of a junior doctor in RG Kar Medical College. Leaders from various parties, including the TMC, have expressed their condemnation, calling for a thorough investigation. The womans allegations have raised concerns about the safety of individuals who choose to change their political allegiance in a region known for its intense political rivalry.Local authorities are under immense pressure to address the situation swiftly. An official investigation has been launched, and the police are working to identify and apprehend the culprits. The incident underscores the volatile nature of politics in the area, where party affiliations can lead to extreme consequences.
