Calcutta High Court allowed TMC’s Jahangir Khan to contest the Falta re-poll, stressing, “Let the democratic spirit be upheld.” The court noted shifting political circumstances and permitted investigation while directing him to cooperate without coercive action until May.
The Calcutta High Court allowed a government doctor to resign and contest the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, emphasizing the public interest served by individuals aspiring to be public representatives. Dr. Pranat Tudu’s case from Jhargram Government Medical College sparked discussions on individual rights and public interest, referencing Clause 14 of the West Bengal Service Rules. The court’s decision sets a precedent for political participation in public service roles.
