Sandeshkhali Violence: CBI Unable to Take Custody Of Shahjahan Sheikh Despite The Court Order

On 6th March: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) was unable to take custody of Shahjahan Sheikh despite a court order to transfer the Sandeshkhali violence investigation to the CBI. Supported by CRPF personnel, the CBI faced obstruction at the West Bengal CID headquarters, highlighting the complexities of the case. The state’s appeal to the Supreme Court against the high court’s verdict resulted in Sheikh’s unresolved custody.