Fresh crude bombs recovered in Bhangar:Political blame game erupts between TMC and ISF, ECI issues strict warning to police

Tension flared again in Bhangar after fresh crude bombs were recovered on Sunday, a day after a previous incident, triggering political blame game ahead of polls. Police recover explosives from garden area The incident took place in the Chelegoalia area under Uttar Kashipur Police Station limits. Acting on a tip-off, police conducted a search operation in a garden behind a house allegedly linked to a Trinamool Congress worker and recovered nine live crude bombs kept inside a bag. ISF alleges TMC role in stockpiling The recovery has intensified political tensions in the area. The Indian Secular Front (ISF) accused Trinamool workers of stockpiling explosives to create unrest ahead of the elections. However, the All India Trinamool Congress (TMC) strongly denied the allegations, claiming that ISF supporters planted the bombs to malign the party. TMC denies claims, blames opposition conspiracy Following the incident, security has been tightened, with central forces deployed alongside local police to maintain law and order. Bomb disposal squads have been engaged to safely neutralise the explosives, and an investigation is underway. ECI issues strict warning to police Meanwhile, sources in the Election Commission of India said a stern message has been issued to senior police officials, including the Commissioner of Police, DCPs, SPs, and officers up to the rank of OC and IC. Officials have been warned of strict action if explosives or intimidation tactics are found in their jurisdiction. The Commission has directed that all such threatening materials must be identified and seized within 24 hours without fail to ensure free and fair elections. ​