West Bengal governor CV Ananda Bose visited Malda to assess the situation of Murshidabad riot victims, hearing accounts of intimidation and assault. Ignoring the CM's request to postpone, he assured proactive action. Simultaneously, an NCW team reported women were molested and forcibly evicted, while the VHP plans nationwide protests demanding President's rule, highlighting the escalating tensions and political fallout.
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