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TMC MLA injured while leading victory procession

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Press Trust of India Barasat (WB)
A Trinamool Congress MLA was today injured after he was assaulted by suspected CPI(M) supporters during a victory procession at Panigokhra village in North 24 Pargana district.

Basirhat North MLA A T M Abdullah was assaulted when he was leading the procession, police said, adding he was allegedly attacked with bamboo poles and bricks.

He was rushed to Dhanyakuri hospital where medical examination was underway.

The MLA blamed CPI(M) supporters for the attack.

Meanwhile, Trinamool Congress workers have put up a road blockade at Dhanyakuri.

Results of the state Assembly elections were declared on May 19.

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First Published: Jun 01 2016 | 3:07 PM IST

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