12 people killed in West Bengal panchayat poll violence
Around 12 people were killed during various incidents of violence that took place during West Bengal panchayat elections on Monday, police said. The Union Home Ministry has sought a report from the state government on the violence. "Trinamool's victory was always assured because of sheer numbers...But Banerjee wants to demolish the Opposition completely," Congress leader Adhir Chowdhury said.