CPI(M) alleged that MLA and CPIM Leader Badal Chowdhury was attacked by “BJP-sheltered goons” in South Tripura district.

Mr Chowdhury, the deputy leader of the opposition in the state assembly and former minister, was injured and his vehicle was damaged in the attack, the party said in a statement.

Local BJP leaders denied the charge while the police said the matter is being investigated.

Two vehicles, including the one carrying Mr. Choudhury, were damaged. Mr. Choudhury was rushed to the district hospital where he was given first aid.