Suvendu Adhikari Leads Protest Rally in Chandrakona, Demands CBI Probe in High Court
Leader of the opposition in the Bengal assembly, Suvendu Adhikari, took a strong stand on Tuesday. He led a rally in West Midnapore's Chandrakona Road area. The protest aimed to highlight the attack on his convoy just three days earlier.
Calcutta High Court Admits Plea for CBI Investigation
Adhikari also moved the Calcutta High Court with a formal petition. He demanded a Central Bureau of Investigation probe into the incident. Justice Suvra Ghosh admitted the plea for consideration. The court has not scheduled the first hearing date yet.
In his petition, Adhikari emphasized his security status. As a Z-category protectee, he receives Central Armed Police Forces cover. However, he argued that local police bear responsibility for securing the routes his convoy uses.
Adhikari's Fiery Speech at the Rally
Speaking to the gathered crowd, Adhikari made several bold allegations. "The leader of the opposition belongs not just to the party, but is the voice of the oppressed," he declared. He recounted his actions on the night of the attack.
"That is why I turned my car around and sat in the police station from 8.30pm to 1.30am," Adhikari stated. "I said that day I would return on Tuesday to protest. Today, you didn't see a single TMC member on the streets."
He also addressed the legal cases filed in the aftermath. "They have filed a non-bailable case against me and made me an accused," Adhikari alleged. "While the charges I filed were not given the same weight. Can you scare me like this? No, you cannot."
Details of the Saturday Night Incident
The conflict began around 7.30pm on Saturday. Adhikari alleged that Trinamool Congress workers attacked his convoy. In response, he staged a sit-in protest at the Chandrakona police outpost.
He remained there for approximately five hours. Adhikari left the outpost only after filing a formal complaint. His FIR named eight Trinamool workers as accused.
Later, police registered an attempted murder case against Adhikari at Garbeta police station. Authorities are currently investigating both incidents. The dual probes add complexity to this political confrontation.
Adhikari's rally demonstrated his resolve to challenge the ruling party. His simultaneous legal move shows a strategic approach to seeking justice. The developments highlight ongoing tensions in West Bengal's political landscape.
