The matter was orally mentioned before Justice Sanjiv Khanna today (March 5th), who directed that the papers be placed before the CJI for appropriate listing. The Calcutta HC today issued an order transferring the investigation of an assault on ED officials in Sandeshkhali from the WB Police to the CBI. Additionally, the court directed that the custody of TMC leader Shajahan Sheikh, apprehended by the WB police, be transferred to the central agency.
The Calcutta High Court Today ordered the investigation of an assault on ED officials in Sandeshkhali to be transferred from the West Bengal Police to the CBI. The court also instructed that the custody of TMC leader Shajahan Sheikh, arrested in connection with the incident, be handed over to the central agency. Separate appeals by the ED and the West Bengal government indicate a critical moment in the state’s legal and political landscape, with implications for future collaborations or confrontations between state and central law enforcement agencies in India.
The Calcutta High Court Today has reserved its order on the Enforcement Directorate’s prayer to transfer the investigation from West Bengal Police to CBI regarding an attack on ED officials during a raid on TMC leader Shajahan Sheikh. Allegations of bias against state police were raised, and the CBI has expressed readiness to undertake the investigation if directed by the court.
TMC leader Sheikh Shahjahan is in 10-day police custody for assaulting ED officers. Governor CV Ananda Bose sees this as a step towards ending violence in Bengal. The arrest follows protests over alleged land-grab and sexual assault. Section 144 is imposed in Sandeshkhali. TMC leaders support the arrest, emphasizing the government’s adherence to ‘rajdharma.’
The Calcutta HC Today refused an urgent hearing for TMC leader Sheikh Shahjahan, facing allegations of sexual assault and land-grabbing, with the Chief Justice dismissing his lawyer’s plea and directing them to return on Monday, citing no sympathy. The State police arrested Shahjahan despite previous remarks from the Court. Central agencies had also expressed reservations about the investigation.
The Calcutta High Court approved a fact-finding mission led by a former Patna High Court judge to investigate political unrest in Sandeshkhali. This follows the court’s permission for the opposition leader to visit the area. Despite some controversy, the mission aims to uncover facts amid ongoing turbulence, including land-grabbing and sexual assault allegations.
The Calcutta High Court granted bail to BJP leader Bikash Singh involved in the Sandeshkhali turmoil. West Bengal Governor emphasized his role in upholding the rule of law. Union Minister urged Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee to seek central government support. The situation involves protests over alleged atrocities and land grabbing. tensions escalate with accusations and arrests.
The Calcutta High Court has granted Suvendu Adhikari, Leader of Opposition in West Bengal Assembly, permission to visit Sandeshkhali, Jeliakhalia, and Halderpara with security but no supporters. This comes amid unrest over alleged sexual misconduct and land grabbing, with protests and NHRC investigations. Tensions have risen due to involvement of multiple political parties.
Former Sandeshkhali CPI(M) MLA Nirapada Sardar has been granted bail by the Calcutta High Court after his arrest on February 11 for alleged involvement in violent protests. The decision emphasizes a commitment to a fair judicial process. Sardar, expressing relief, looks forward to presenting his case and asserting his innocence.
In Kolkata, the ED objected to Trinamool Congress leader Shajahan Sheikh’s request for anticipatory bail in a ration distribution scandal case, citing his significant influence. The judge reserved judgment after arguments, with the ED emphasizing Sheikh’s obstruction of an earlier search. Sheikh’s counsel argued against labeling him as absconding, pointing to pending bail plea and lack of money laundering evidence.