Political tensions escalated in Durgapur after eggs were allegedly thrown at arrested Trinamool Congress leader Sukumar Dutta while he was being taken to court. Dutta was arrested in connection with allegations including corruption and extortion. Protesters gathered outside the police station, prompting enhanced security measures. BJP leader Swadhin Ray claimed the protest reflected public anger and alleged Dutta faced long-standing accusations of land grabbing and intimidation. The incident has intensified the Trinamool-BJP confrontation, with demands for a broader investigation.