New Delhi, April 28 -- A controversy has erupted around Ajaypal Sharma, the Election Commission-appointed police observer. The Trinamool Congress has raised questions about his authority.

A video has gone viral, showing him speaking in a warning tone to locals. The video is reportedly from near the residence of Trinamool candidate Jahangir Khan. Sharma is also seen addressing the candidate's family members. Khan is contesting from the Falta assembly constituency in South 24 Parganas.

Trinamool has alleged that Sharma has been intimidating locals and conducting late-night searches. The ruling party even accuses him of inappropriate behaviour with women.

BJP West Bengal officially introduced the 'encounter specialist' on its X handle.

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