BJP Urges Supreme Court Action Over Judicial Safety Concerns in West Bengal

The BJP has called on the Supreme Court to address safety concerns raised by senior judicial officers in West Bengal. The officers suspect a person loitering near their quarters aimed to disrupt judicial work, following orders related to POCSO cases. BJP alleges that Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee seeks a compliant judiciary.

The BJP on Thursday urged the Supreme Court to intervene as senior judicial officers from West Bengal's Diamond Harbour sub-divisional court raised concerns over their safety. They reported a suspect loitering near their residences, potentially aiming to disrupt judicial activities.

The officers believe the person intended to cut off their power supply, especially after significant POCSO-related judicial orders. This has sparked fears aimed at deterring their work.

BJP national spokesperson Sambit Patra linked the incident to the constituency of Mamata Banerjee's nephew, Abhishek Banerjee, suggesting that hooliganism is prevalent and expressing the need for the Supreme Court's cognisance to ensure judicial officer safety in the state.

(With inputs from agencies.)