West Bengal: TMC Leader Jahangir Khan Sent to 5-Day Police Custody After Dramatic Arrest

West Bengal: On Tuesday, Trinmool Congress (TMC leader) was sent to police custody. For the time being, the custody will be of five days. Jehangir Khan is a prominent local functionary belongs to TMC. He is also known for his influence in the North 24 Parganas district. On Monday night, he was arrested by the state police joint team.

What officials said on this?

Officials confirmed that the arrest was made considering serious allegation. The received complaint against him is serious.

He was asked for police remand by a local court on Tuesday morning. It was made considering the investigation and will allow interrogators and investigators to question Jehangir Khan regarding the probe. He is accused of financial irregularities and potential connections to criminal networks.

Why not any TMC statement?

However some grassroot workers are surprised to see the situation and action against him. The described Jahangir Khan as dedicated grassroot leader.

According to the party insiders, TMC is waiting for the further developments, to make any official comment on the situation.

What BJP and CPI (M) had said?

BJP and CPI (M) reacted promptly. BJP state spokesperson Samik Bhattacharya quoted that, "yet another example of TMC’s internal rot. Leaders who once enjoyed complete protection are now being thrown under the bus when their utility ends.”

TMC is already facing several internal challenges and factionalism. Amid the row, pressure from external agencies also making challenges from various fronts.