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TMC MLA Paresh Ram Das Appears in Court as Bengal CM Reacts
✍️ The Economic Times
🗓 10 Nov 2026, 08:03 PM
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TMC MLA Paresh Ram Das was taken to court, where Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee remarked that he was trying to flee to Mumbai. The incident marks a significant political development in West Bengal.
On Tuesday, TMC MLA Paresh Ram Das appeared before a court in Kolkata, where he faced charges related to alleged misconduct. The proceedings were attended by a large media contingent and political observers.
Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, who had been monitoring the case, publicly stated that Mr. Das had attempted to flee to Mumbai to avoid the legal process. Her comment was made during a press conference following the court appearance.
The court session was conducted in a closed session, with no public commentary allowed. Mr. Das was granted bail pending further investigation, and the case is expected to proceed in the next few weeks.
Political analysts suggest that the incident could influence the upcoming state elections, as it highlights internal tensions within the TMC party. The party has yet to issue an official statement regarding the allegations.
The legal team representing Mr. Das has indicated that they will file a counter-complaint against the allegations, citing procedural lapses.
Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, who had been monitoring the case, publicly stated that Mr. Das had attempted to flee to Mumbai to avoid the legal process. Her comment was made during a press conference following the court appearance.
The court session was conducted in a closed session, with no public commentary allowed. Mr. Das was granted bail pending further investigation, and the case is expected to proceed in the next few weeks.
Political analysts suggest that the incident could influence the upcoming state elections, as it highlights internal tensions within the TMC party. The party has yet to issue an official statement regarding the allegations.
The legal team representing Mr. Das has indicated that they will file a counter-complaint against the allegations, citing procedural lapses.