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Crime
CJP, CPI(M) Call for Arrests in Bankura Murder Case Within 10 Days
✍️ The New Indian Express
🗓 18 Aug 2026, 06:05 AM
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The Communist Party of India (Marxist) and the Chief Justice of the West Bengal High Court have jointly demanded that the police arrest the suspects in the Bankura murder case within ten days.
The murder of a local resident in Bankura district has drawn intense scrutiny from both political leaders and the judiciary. The case, which began after the victim’s body was found in a nearby village, has seen limited progress in the investigation.
In a joint statement, the Chief Justice of the West Bengal High Court and the Communist Party of India (Marxist) have called for the arrest of the alleged perpetrators within ten days. They cited the need for swift justice and the urgency of restoring public confidence in the law‑enforcement system.
The High Court’s involvement underscores the seriousness of the matter, as the Chief Justice has previously highlighted procedural delays in similar cases. The CPI(M) has urged the state government to expedite the police inquiry and ensure that the accused are brought before the court promptly.
Police officials have acknowledged the demand and said they are reviewing the evidence. However, they have also noted that a thorough investigation is essential before any arrest can be made. The case remains under active scrutiny, with both parties awaiting the next steps from the investigative agency.
In a joint statement, the Chief Justice of the West Bengal High Court and the Communist Party of India (Marxist) have called for the arrest of the alleged perpetrators within ten days. They cited the need for swift justice and the urgency of restoring public confidence in the law‑enforcement system.
The High Court’s involvement underscores the seriousness of the matter, as the Chief Justice has previously highlighted procedural delays in similar cases. The CPI(M) has urged the state government to expedite the police inquiry and ensure that the accused are brought before the court promptly.
Police officials have acknowledged the demand and said they are reviewing the evidence. However, they have also noted that a thorough investigation is essential before any arrest can be made. The case remains under active scrutiny, with both parties awaiting the next steps from the investigative agency.