Nagaon, Oct 25: A BJP worker who was allegedly injured in pre-poll violence in Assam’s Nagaon district died on Friday, party leaders claimed. The deceased, Bipul Saikia, allegedly sustained injuries during a clash between BJP and Congress workers during a rally at Kawoimari area under Samaguri constituency on Thursday.
Several others, including journalists, were also injured in the incident, police said.
While police did not confirm whether Saikia died due to injuries sustained in the violence, they said report of the death has been received.
Additional SP (headquarters) Arup Jyoti Kalita said, “We have learnt of the death, but we have not received any complaint on the possible cause of death.” (PTI)
