A woman allegedly tried to attack Mamata Banerjee with a knife as the former chief minister was returning after inaugurating a Durga Puja pandal in her neighbourhood.
A complaint lodged by Trinamool MP Dola Sen at Kalighat police station said the woman, identified as Tannishtha Saha, approached Mamata and allegedly attempted to attack her. Trinamool supporters formed a human chain around Mamata and escorted her to safety. No injuries were reported. Mamata is a Z-plus protectee.
Police detained Saha but said they were yet to verify whether she was carrying a knife. The complaint alleged that Saha, described as a civic volunteer, used abusive language as she approached Mamata.
The incident triggered commotion in the area, with Trinamool supporters gathering around the party chief. The police are examining the allegations and video footage submitted with the complaint.
The circumstances of the incident, including whether a weapon was involved, remained unclear till late Tuesday.