Scuffle with police at TMC office: Abhishek Banerjee, two others booked; 13 arrested
Kolkata Police have filed FIRs and arrested 13 individuals following a confrontation at TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee's office. The dispute involved the removal of an allegedly unauthorized billboard by municipal and police officials.
Why it matters
The incident highlights political tensions and legal conflicts between local government authorities and political party offices.
NEW DELHI: Kolkata Police have filed three FIRs against three Trinamool Congress (TMC) leaders, including Abhishek Banerjee, and arrested 13 people following a confrontation with police and civic body officials at his Camac Street office a day ago, an officer said on Friday.The cases were registered based on complaints alleging obstruction of Kolkata Police personnel and Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC) officials, as well as threats.“TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee, Derek O’Brien, and Humayun Kabir have been booked.
Get smarter about the news
Sign up free for a feed built around what you actually care about, Dive Deeper research on any story, and the full text of every article.
Create free accountAlready have an account? Sign in