A political slugfest erupted in West Bengal after a 57-year-old man allegedly died by suicide "due to fear of NRC" in the state, with Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee accusing the BJP of indulging in politics of fear and division. The BJP, on the other hand, hit back at Banerjee, saying she was "deliberately spreading panic" among people for political gain.

According to Barrackpore Police Commissioner Muralidhar Sharma, the victim, Pradeep Kar, was found hanging at his residence in Panihati in North 24 Parganas district on Tuesday morning.

Kar left a suicide note, saying he was depressed about NRC and was under severe stress following the announcement of SIR in 12 states and Union Territories, including West Bengal, from November 4, Sharma said.

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