Police have arrested five people in connection with the alleged attack on TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee during a visit to supporters in Sonarpur
May 31, 2026: A major development has emerged in West Bengal politics after police arrested five people in connection with the alleged attack on Trinamool Congress leader Abhishek Banerjee. The incident took place in Sonarpur near Kolkata while Banerjee was visiting the residences of party supporters.
According to reports, a group of people allegedly surrounded the TMC leader and attempted to disrupt his visit by throwing eggs and engaging in a confrontation, creating panic in the area. Security personnel accompanying Banerjee quickly intervened and safely escorted him away from the spot. Videos of the incident later surfaced on social media, drawing widespread attention and triggering political reactions.
Police said the arrests were made after examining CCTV footage and viral video clips from the scene. Officials stated that the identities of the accused were verified through visual evidence before action was taken. While the Trinamool Congress alleged that the attack may have been politically motivated, police sources said no confirmed political links of the arrested individuals have been established so far. Investigators are continuing to examine local tensions and are working to identify any other persons involved in the incident.