Calcutta High Court asks Abhishek Banerjee to submit voice sample by July 15 in intimidatory speech case
The Calcutta High Court has ordered Trinamool Congress leader Abhishek Banerjee to provide a voice sample by July 15 regarding an ongoing investigation into alleged intimidatory speech. Additionally, the politician faces scrutiny over medical negligence allegations linked to his 'Sebaashray' healthcare program.
Why it matters
The case involves high-profile political accountability and potential legal consequences for a prominent Indian opposition figure.
The Calcutta High Court on Friday (July 10, 2026) directed Trinamool Congress general secretary Abhishek Banerjee to submit his voice sample to a judicial magistrate by July 15 in a case involving alleged intimidating comments he made during the 2026 West Bengal Assembly election campaign.
Justice Saugata Bhattacharyya expressed his dissatisfaction over Mr. Banerjee’s non-appearance in providing his voice sample to the police in the ongoing case.
“When will you appear to give your voice sample? Otherwise, I will recall this order [to give interim protection against coercive action]. I will prepone the hearing. There should be a limit to everything. I have already given protection subject to cooperation. I will withdraw the protection,” Justice Bhattacharyya said.
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