**BJP Leader Locket Chatterjee Faces Police Clash During Ram Navami Rally in Kolkata**
BJP leader Locket Chatterjee has accused the West Bengal police of obstructing a Ram Navami rally she was leading from New Town, located on the outskirts of Kolkata. This incident led to heightened tensions and a rerouting of the spiritual procession.
On Sunday, Chatterjee engaged in a heated exchange with police officers after they halted the rally near Keshtopur, which is situated on the northern fringes of the city. According to police sources, barricades were erected at the Keshtopur crossing, adjacent to the VIP Road that connects to the airport, as the procession attempted to enter Salt Lake.
“This is not a political rally. It’s a spiritual congregation where people participate spontaneously. How can the police stop this rally, which has the necessary permissions?” Chatterjee stated, emphasizing the nature of the event.
Despite the police intervention, Chatterjee managed to walk past the barricades and encouraged rally participants to take an alternative route to avoid further confrontation. She was seen riding a two-wheeler at the beginning of the rally, which commenced from a Ram Temple in New Town, and was joined by fellow party leader Arjun Singh during its initial phase. The procession is set to conclude at the Hanuman Mandir in Dum Dum.
As the situation unfolds, the clash between the BJP leader and the police raises questions about the handling of public gatherings and the balance between law enforcement and religious expression in West Bengal.
**FAQ**
**Q: What was the reason for the police stopping the Ram Navami rally?**
A: The police claimed to have set up barricades to manage traffic and maintain order as the rally attempted to enter Salt Lake, despite Locket Chatterjee asserting that the rally had the necessary permissions.