The West Bengal government has moved the Supreme Court challenging the decision of the Calcutta High Court, which directed a CBI probe into allegations of land grabbing and sexual assault in Sandeshkhali. The matter is scheduled to be heard on April 29 by a bench comprising Justices BR Gavai and Sandeep Mehta.
The Calcutta High Court’s intervention led to the CBI registering three FIRs related to the incidents on January 5. These FIRs pertain to various alleged offenses, including illegal land acquisitions, acts of violence, and instances of sexual assault against women in the Sandeshkhali region.
The attack on the ED team in Sandeshkhali on January 5, amidst allegations of an alleged ration scam, highlights the volatile nature of the situation in the area. Sandeshkhali, located in a riverine delta bordering the Sundarbans, has been the focal point of multiple controversies, raising concerns about law and order and the safety of law enforcement officials.
The CBI’s ongoing investigations and the legal battle in the Supreme Court underscore the complexities surrounding the case and the urgency to ensure justice is served. As the probe progresses and legal proceedings unfold, the spotlight remains on Sandeshkhali, with hopes for a resolution that upholds the rule of law and restores peace and stability to the region.
