Great Calcutta Killings

The Great Calcutta Killings, also known as the Plassey Massacre, occurred in 1946 when communal tensions between Hindus and Muslims in Calcutta (Kolkata) erupted into violence. Over several days, widespread rioting and brutal attacks resulted in the deaths of hundreds of people, destruction of properties, and deepened divisions between religious communities. This unrest was fueled by political conflicts related to independence and partition, making Calcutta a symbol of the intense communal strife that characterized India’s struggle for independence. The violence underscored the urgent need for communal harmony and political resolution.