Fresh political violence was reported in West Bengal’s North 24 Parganas district on Sunday night, hours before Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s scheduled rally in Jagdal on Monday. BJP and Trinamool Congress (TMC) supporters allegedly clashed near Jagdal, triggering stone-pelting, crude bomb attacks and firing, according to local reports.

At least three people were injured in the violence. BJP leaders also claimed that a CISF personnel suffered a bullet injury in the leg during the unrest, though there was no immediate official confirmation from security agencies till late Sunday night.

Violence In Jagdal

The violence was reported near the Jaleebi Math ground in Jagdal, where Prime Minister Modi is scheduled to address a public rally on Monday as part of the BJP’s campaign for the second phase of the West Bengal elections.

According to BJP workers, party posters and flags put up for the rally were allegedly torn down by rival supporters. BJP members said they went to the local police station to lodge a complaint, where TMC supporters also gathered. An argument reportedly escalated into a street clash outside the police station.

Eyewitness accounts cited by local sources indicated that both groups hurled stones at each other before the confrontation turned violent.

Bomb Attack Claim

News agency ANI reported that crude bombs were allegedly hurled at the residence of BJP candidate Pawan Kumar Singh, who is contesting from the Bhatpara assembly seat.

The BJP claimed the attack was politically motivated and linked it to heightened tensions around Prime Minister Modi’s visit. There was no immediate response from the TMC on the allegation.

Police have not yet issued a detailed statement on the reported bombing, though security has been tightened in the area following the incident.

High-Stakes Campaign Day

Monday marks the final day of campaigning for the second phase of polling in West Bengal, scheduled for April 29. The political temperature in the state remains high, with all major parties pushing aggressive last-mile campaigns in key constituencies.

Prime Minister Modi is set to address the Jagdal rally as the BJP seeks to consolidate support in the industrial belt of North 24 Parganas, where political contests have remained sharply polarised.

The Bengal election has witnessed repeated allegations of intimidation, violence and clashes between rival political camps, making law and order a central issue in the campaign.

Top Leaders Mobilise

The final campaign day will also see senior leaders from both sides on the ground.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah is scheduled to hold two roadshows in West Bengal on Monday. His first programme will begin from Behala police station in Kolkata and continue till Manton. The second roadshow is planned in Chandannagar’s Bagbazar area in Hooghly district.

Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee is also set to intensify campaigning. She will join a public march in Jadavpur in support of TMC candidates from Jadavpur and Tollygunge, before addressing a public meeting in her home constituency, Bhabanipur.

Security Under Focus

The latest violence has once again brought election security in West Bengal under scrutiny. With central forces deployed across sensitive polling zones, the reported injury to a CISF personnel, if confirmed, is likely to raise fresh questions over preparedness and local coordination.

Security arrangements have been stepped up in Jagdal and adjoining areas ahead of Prime Minister Modi’s visit. Additional deployment of police and central forces is expected through Monday.

Officials are likely to review the incident and assess whether further reinforcements are needed before campaigning closes.

What Happens Next

The reported clash in Jagdal has added to tensions ahead of a crucial polling round in West Bengal. With campaigning ending Monday and voting due on April 29, attention will remain on security enforcement and the Election Commission’s next steps. Any escalation in Bengal poll violence could influence both voter turnout and campaign messaging in the final stretch.