IN PICS: BJP calls 12-hour shutdown in Bengal to protest death of 2 students in clash with police

Security has been beefed up in West Bengal and heavy police force is deployed to ensure no violence takes place

Train movement obstructed by protesters on Howrah-Bardhaman Main Line.

Security increased in Howrah city in view of the 12-hour bandh called by BJP in West Bengal today, in protest against the death of 2 students in a clash with police in North Dinajpur's Islampur/ All images: ANI

Protesters vandalise government buses and torch tyres in Midnapore

Since buses are being vandalised, bus drivers wear helmets for safety in Howrah city in West Bengal to protect themselves