West Bengal police arrested a candidate running in the Rejinagar bypoll, a move that follows the earlier detention of Milan Pradhan, the candidate from Nandigram. The arrests were carried out days apart, suggesting a coordinated effort by authorities to address alleged political misconduct. While the specific charges against the Rejinagar candidate have not been publicly disclosed, the police action underscores heightened vigilance over political activities in the state. The incidents reflect the broader trend of law‑enforcement scrutiny of political figures in West Bengal, as authorities aim to curb alleged unlawful agitation.
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Bengal Police Arrest Rejinagar Bypoll Candidate Amid Nandigram Arrests
West Bengal police have detained a candidate contesting the Rejinagar bypoll, following the earlier arrest of Milan Pradhan, the Nandigram candidate. The move comes days after authorities seized Pradhan on charges related to political agitation. Details on the charges against the Rejinagar candidate remain undisclosed, but the arrests signal intensified scrutiny of political figures in the region. The incidents highlight ongoing law‑enforcement actions against elected aspirants in West Bengal.

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