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Breaking Now: Amit Shah warns strict action over Bengal poll violence, vows justice after results

During a high-voltage rally in Hooghly, Union Home Minister Amit Shah issued a sharp warning regarding alleged violence in the first phase of polling in West Bengal. Addressing party supporters, he claimed that those responsible for attacks on BJP workers would face stringent legal consequences once the election results are declared. Shah asserted that no individual involved in political violence would escape accountability, emphasizing that law enforcement agencies would act decisively after May 5. He further alleged that several party workers had suffered due to targeted aggression and reassured supporters that justice would be delivered. The statement has intensified political tensions in the state, where elections have historically witnessed fierce competition and sporadic unrest. Meanwhile, opposition leaders have criticized the remarks, calling them politically motivated. The developments have drawn nationwide attention, raising concerns about electoral safety and democratic processes. Authorities continue to monitor the situation closely as subsequent voting phases approach in the politically crucial state.

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