The Election Commission of India has requested a detailed report from Kolkata Police regarding the killing of Trinamool Congress worker Rahul Dey, aged 36, in a shootout between two rival groups. The incident occurred while they were sitting on the rooftop of a residence in Bagha Jatin, Kolkata’s southern outskirts, allegedly consuming alcohol late Wednesday night. Another individual, Jeet Mukherjee, was also injured in the gunfire.
The Commission has asked for information on the actions taken by the local police station in response to the incident. Four individuals suspected of involvement in the shooting have been arrested by the police. The arrested persons, identified as Deep Roy, Bidhan Banerjee, Raja Banik, and Jayant Ghosh, are all local Trinamool Congress workers. Initial reports suggest the incident may have originated from a dispute over gambling money distribution.
Rahul and Jeet were previously acquainted, although they had not been in touch for a while. On the night of the incident, an event was being held at Jeet Mukherjee’s residence, where Rahul was a guest. The group had gathered on the rooftop and were reportedly consuming alcohol when gunfire erupted around 12:30 a.m. Neighbors heard about three rounds being fired, causing others present to flee the scene and inform Rahul’s family.
Additionally, the Election Commission has sought reports on clashes between two rival political groups in Basanti, South 24 Parganas district. Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) personnel have been deployed in Basanti following the clashes, with a route march conducted to reassure residents after the incident. A sub-inspector from the local police station was also seriously injured during the clashes.
