Howrah City Police on Friday arrested two local Trinamool Congress functionaries from Liluah on charges of wetland occupation, unlawful land conversion, forced evictions, extortion, and links to bomb-attack incidents. The arrested individuals have been identified as Ranjit Karmakar and Rajbeer Singh, who were allegedly involved in land grabbing activities for several years.
Details of the Arrest
According to police sources, the arrests were made as part of an ongoing special operation targeting illegal land dealings and criminal activities in the region. The two accused are believed to have been operating a network that forcibly occupied wetlands, converted them for other uses, and extorted money from local residents.
Political Reactions
BJP district secretary Omprakash Singh alleged that the arrests were long overdue and claimed that the duo had been enjoying political protection until now. He demanded a thorough investigation into the matter to uncover any higher-level involvement.
On the other hand, Howrah Youth Trinamool Congress president Kailash Misra defended the party workers, stating that they have been falsely implicated in the case. He expressed confidence that the truth would come out during the judicial process.
Background of the Accused
Ranjit Karmakar and Rajbeer Singh are known figures in the Liluah area, with alleged links to multiple criminal cases. Police have been monitoring their activities for some time, and the recent arrests are expected to provide more leads into their operations.
The investigation is ongoing, and authorities have not ruled out further arrests. The case has once again brought attention to the issue of land grabbing and political patronage in West Bengal.
