In a significant development, Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader Shahjahan Sheikh has been apprehended in connection with alleged sexual atrocities and land grabbing in West Bengal's Sandeshkhali. Here's a simple breakdown of the key events leading to his arrest.
Timeline:
1. February 29, 2024
Shahjahan Sheikh, accused of sexual offences and land grabbing, was arrested from a hideout in Minakhah, North 24 Parganas district, ending over 50 days on the run.
2. March 1, 2024
Following the arrest, Sheikh was taken to the Basirhat court, marking a crucial development in the ongoing controversy.
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3. March 5, 2024
High drama ensued as the West Bengal Police resisted handing over Sheikh to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) despite a Calcutta High Court order.
#WATCH | CBI team left from police headquarters in Kolkata. West Bengal CID did not hand over custody of Sheikh Shahjahan to CBI as the state government went to the Supreme Court regarding this matter. pic.twitter.com/sAJeWoihYK— ANI (@ANI) March 5, 2024
4. March 6, 2024
The Calcutta High Court directed the West Bengal government to hand over Sheikh's custody to the CBI by 4:15 pm, setting the stage for a legal showdown.
VIDEO | CBI teams arrives at West Bengal Police headquarters in Kolkata to take custody of arrested TMC leader Shajahan Sheikh.
The Calcutta High Court has ordered the West Bengal government to hand over the #Sandeshkhali ED official attack case accused Shajahan Sheikh to the… pic.twitter.com/cqbPygJiRq— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) March 6, 2024
Challenges and Controversies:
Despite the court orders, the West Bengal government challenged the directive to transfer Sheikh to the CBI, leading to accusations of contempt.
PM Modi's involvement:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with women who alleged sexual assault by Sheikh Shahjahan in Sandeshkhali, expressing concern over the incident and emphasising the need for justice.
#WATCH | West Bengal: At the women's rally in Barasat, North 24 Parganas district, PM Modi says "Under TMC's rule, the women of this land have been tortured. Whatever happened in Sandeshkhali will put anyone to shame but the TMC govt does not care about your issues. TMC is… pic.twitter.com/vDxCJra5ir— ANI (@ANI) March 6, 2024
Conclusion:
The Sandeshkhali incident involving TMC leader Sheikh Shahjahan continues to be a focal point in West Bengal, with legal battles and political tensions escalating. Stay tuned for further updates on this evolving story.
For full background on this story, see Sandeshkhali Unrest: Allegations, Arrests, Protests Shake West Bengal
Media Sources: ANI
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