Golpark Turns into Battlefield: Gunfire, Bombs & 10 Arrests in South Kolkata Clash

Kolkata : The area of Golpark in south Kolkata turned into a battlefield on Sunday evening following a clash between two groups. In the aftermath of the incident, a total of 10 people from both sides have been arrested in a police operation. The clash took place in the Kakulia Road and Panchanantala areas near Rabindra Sarobar Police Station, with allegations of gunfire and bomb explosions. Two people were injured in the incident, spreading panic across the entire locality.

According to police and eyewitness sources, around 8:30 PM on Sunday, an argument broke out between two groups during a picnic at a club in the Panchanantala area. The dispute quickly escalated into a violent clash. Allegations state that members of both sides came out onto the street, pelted bricks and stones, exploded crude bombs, and opened fire.

During the clashes, several motorcycles and vehicles parked on the road were vandalised. A police vehicle was also reportedly damaged. Empty bullet shells and bomb fuses were recovered from the spot.

In the incident, a local resident, Chandan Das, was shot in the leg. Another injured person, Sanat Singh, suffered a serious head injury. Both were rescued and admitted to SSKM Hospital, where they are currently undergoing treatment.

Local sources said that the clash stemmed from an old rivalry related to promoting activities. Upon receiving information, Rabindra Sarobar Police Station personnel and senior officials of Kolkata Police reached the spot. A large police force was deployed to bring the situation under control. Police surveillance and patrolling have been intensified in the area.

Police said the 10 people arrested in connection with the incident are:
Bobby Hela, Arjun Mallik, Sheikh Bachchu, Mukesh Paswan, Robin Das, Sujan Haldar, Raj Haldar, Gopal Sarkar, Ajay Haldar, and Sandeep Naskar.

Kolkata Police Commissioner Supratim Sarkar said regarding the incident: “No one will be spared. Strict action will be taken against everyone involved in the incident. Already, 10 people have been arrested. Patrolling is ongoing in the area.”

Police sources added that a case has been registered at Rabindra Sarobar Police Station and a full investigation has begun. CCTV footage is being examined, and action will be taken against anyone else found to be involved.