Tensions escalated in Halishahar, West Bengal on Saturday when the convoy of former Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee was attacked by protesters during her visit to meet the family of party worker Birju Keot, whose death in police custody has sparked political unrest. Demonstrators surrounded Banerjee's vehicle, hurled shoes, stones, and mud at the convoy, and raised slogans against her. The protest was triggered by allegations that Keot died after being assaulted in police custody. Police intervened to control the situation and escorted Banerjee out of the area for safety. Banerjee accused the police of failing to intervene and claimed the attack was an attempt on her life. TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee alleged that the attack was a pre-planned attempt to murder, while BJP denied any involvement. The incident occurred as the death of Birju Keot has sparked a political confrontation in West Bengal, with the TMC accusing the police of custodial abuse and seeking accountability, and the BJP calling for a transparent probe into Keot's death.