Kolkata: A group of 40-50 people allegedly ransacked North 24-Parganas zilla parishad Sabhadhipati Narayan Goswami’s office in Barasat on Monday afternoon, raising concerns over security at the premises.Goswami, a former Trinamool Congress MLA, said he did not know why the incident occurred or who was responsible.According to employees, the group entered the office when Goswami was absent and enquired about his whereabouts. They allegedly got into an altercation with staff before entering his chamber and vandalising it. A cupboard was kicked open, its doors damaged, and items from a showcase scattered around the room.Goswami’s personal assistant, Durga Sen Mallick, confirmed that Goswami was not present. Another employee, Asit Majumdar, said the group had demanded cupboard keys.A complaint has been lodged with police, who have started an investigation. No arrests have been made.The incident comes days after eggs were thrown at Goswami’s car, following which he announced his intention to step down as sabhadhipati.
