Kolkata, Aug. 3 -- Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) workers objected to the alleged sale of only halal meat at a restaurant located near Bhatjangla on National Highway 12 in West Bengal's Nadia district on Friday, July 31, prompting police intervention.

The protest led to a brief standoff outside Mother's Hut Restaurant as Hindutva workers entered the place and inquired of the employees about the meat being served. They reportedly confirmed it was halal meat after persistently questioning the customers, The Observer Post reported.

The protest intensified when the BJP workers asked if jhatka meat was also sold. When the staff replied in the negative, a heated exchange ensued. Despite management clarifying their policy, the workers remained u...