MMiC (legal) Baiswanor Chattopadhay on Monday remained defiant and stated that he would not visit the New Market Police Station after being summoned in a case where he is accused of 'heckling' the municipal secretary, Kishore Kumar Biswas, on May 22.
Councillor's Defiant Stance
Reacting to the summons, Chattopadhay reminded that he is a senior advocate and a member of the Bar Council and would 'fight his own legal battle.' He asserted, 'I can fight my own legal battle. It cannot be a crime to ask why the KMC council chamber remained locked despite clear directions from the chairperson. I will take the legal route.'
Background of the Case
The case stems from an incident on May 22, when Chattopadhay allegedly heckled the municipal secretary. The police summons require his presence at the New Market Police Station, but he has refused to comply, opting instead to challenge the matter legally.
Chattopadhay's refusal to appear before the police underscores his confidence in his legal expertise and his belief that his actions were justified. He maintains that questioning the locked council chamber was a legitimate act, not a criminal offense.
This development highlights ongoing tensions within the Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC) over procedural issues. The councillor's decision to fight the case independently rather than seeking legal representation further emphasizes his determination to prove his innocence.
As the legal battle unfolds, attention will be on how the authorities respond to his defiance and whether the case proceeds to court. Chattopadhay's stance may set a precedent for how elected officials handle similar summons in the future.
