A Trinamool Congress district youth vice-president in Uttar Dinajpur district was allegedly murdered on New Year’s Eve. His body was found near Mohanbati market in Raiganj. The police are investigating whether the murder was politically motivated or had another cause.
Nabyendu Ghosh, who had recently become the district youth vice-president of Trinamool Congress in Uttar Dinajpur, was divorced and a father of one. He had recently opened a sweet shop in the same area.
During New Year’s Eve celebrations, a picnic was taking place near his shop. The Trinamool leader was attacked by several individuals on motorcycles, resulting in severe injuries. He was taken to a hospital but succumbed to his injuries.
The police have cordoned off the area for investigation and are questioning local residents. The deceased leader was previously the general secretary of the student council at Raiganj College. The Trinamool Congress district president has urged swift action in apprehending the perpetrators.
