One persons have been killed and three injured in West Bengal’s violence-hit Bhatpara, just north of Kolkata, in clashes between unidentified people on Thursday morning.
According to reports, 17-year-old boy was shot dead and teenager, Rambabu Shaw, was a pani puri seller. The three injured are critical and have been admitted in hospital.
A team of police officers along with Rapid Action Force (RAF) personnel has been deployed in the area, with shops, market places and business establishments seen downing shutters following the unrest. Bhatpara has witnessed a series of clashes since May 19, when bypoll was held in the Assembly constituency.