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Clash in south Kolkata with bombs and firing, 10 arrested

Rival groups clashed on Kankulia Road in Golpark, south Kolkata, hurling bombs, firing bullets, and throwing stones. Two injured, vehicles damaged, 10 held by police.

Why It Matters

Incident highlights rising street violence in Kolkata involving crude bombs and firearms, raising concerns over public safety and gang rivalries.

Timeline

2 Events

10 arrests made

February 2, 2026

Police arrested 10 individuals following the clash involving bombs and firing in south Kolkata.[4]

Clash erupts in south Kolkata

February 1, 2026, Sunday night

Violence erupted on Kankulia Road in Golpark. Over 100 youths from rival groups clashed, hurling bombs, bullets, and stones. Two people injured, several cars and bikes damaged, police vehicle windscreen broken. Dispute over a picnic suspected as cause, allegedly led by Sona Pappu.[3]