BJP seeks TMC candidate’s disqualification over ‘Nigerians taking part in her rally’

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The BJP filed a complaint with India's Election Commission seeking disqualification of TMC candidate Aditi Munshi from the Rajarhat-Gopalpur Assembly seat. The BJP alleged Nigerian nationals participated in Munshi's campaign rally, carrying TMC flags and shouting slogans. The party cited violations of visa norms, the Representation of the People Act, and the Foreigners Act. Munshi's husband and election agent Debraj Chakraborty denied wrongdoing, stating the foreign nationals were uninvited onlookers.

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