Arrest Made in Malda Judicial Officers' Gherao Incident
Bengal: 'Mastermind' of judicial officers' gherao in Malda arrested from Bagdogra airport
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West Bengal Police arrested advocate Mofakkarul Islam at Bagdogra airport for allegedly masterminding the gherao of seven judicial officers in Malda district. This incident occurred on Wednesday night, leading to the arrest of 33 individuals connected to the case.
- 01Advocate Mofakkarul Islam arrested at Bagdogra airport.
- 02He is accused of masterminding the gherao of seven judicial officers in Malda.
- 03The incident involved officers being confined in a Block Development Office for several hours.
- 04A total of 33 individuals have been arrested in connection with the case.
- 05The investigation has drawn attention from the National Investigation Agency (NIA).
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On Friday, the West Bengal Police apprehended advocate Mofakkarul Islam at Bagdogra airport for his alleged role as the mastermind behind the gherao of seven judicial officers in Malda district. The incident occurred on Wednesday night when the officers were held inside a Block Development Office (BDO) for several hours. The police have reported that this arrest brings the total number of individuals detained in connection with the case to 33, including a candidate from the Indian Secular Front (ISF). The investigation has garnered significant attention, leading to involvement from the National Investigation Agency (NIA) due to the severity of the incident.
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The incident raises concerns about the safety and security of judicial officers in West Bengal, potentially affecting public trust in the legal system.
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