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West Bengal Police Dispute Allegations of Activist's Father Assault
Police in West Bengal have dismissed claims that a Communist-affiliated activist's father was brutally assaulted, characterizing reported injuries as minor. The family and activist organizations allege intimidation by political opponents.
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West Bengal Police have contested allegations that the father of a Communist-backed activist was subjected to a severe assault, with officials describing any injuries sustained as minor in nature.
The dispute centers on an incident involving Sheikh Abdul Hafiz, whose son is associated with the Communist-leaning organization that had participated in recent protests at Delhi's Jantar Mantar. According to Hafiz and activist groups, he has faced intimidation from unidentified individuals allegedly connected to local political figures since returning from the capital.
Communist Party activists have claimed that Hafiz was targeted by what they describe as party-backed operatives, citing links to a regional Member of Legislative Assembly. They assert the intimidation is part of a pattern of harassment against their supporters in the state.
The incident highlights ongoing tensions between communist-affiliated groups and regional political parties in West Bengal. Police have not disclosed additional details regarding the nature of the reported confrontation or their investigation status.
The matter comes amid broader concerns about political violence and activist safety in the state, with various organizations calling for greater security measures for their members and families.