Tripura Women’s Commission Chief Alleges Attack By BJP Workers

Tripura Women’s Commission chairperson Barnali Goswami was allegedly assaulted by Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) workers at Dhamnagar on Tuesday.

Some of the attackers allegedly include elected BJP councillors.

Ms Goswami, herself a senior BJP leader, said around 200 women and men attacked her when she went to meet a neighbour.

“I was injured in the attack. The attackers tore my saree and other clothing. The police also did not help me despite several phone calls,” she claimed.