Supreme Court Notice Exposes Law and Order Issues in West Bengal
The Supreme Court has issued a notice to West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and senior police officials, exposing significant law and order issues in the state. Bihar BJP President Sanjay Sarvagi criticized the government, claiming that the court's remarks highlight the chaos in Bengal. Governor C.V. Anand Bose emphasized the necessity of following the law, stating that the Supreme Court's statements are final. This situation arises from allegations by the Enforcement Directorate regarding interference during a search at the political consulting firm IPAC. The court's comments suggest that unresolved constitutional issues could lead to further disorder in states governed by various political parties.
| Jan 16, 2026, 15:50 IST
BJP Leader Critiques Mamata Banerjee's Government
On Friday, Bihar BJP President Sanjay Sarvagi commented on the Supreme Court's notice to West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and senior police officials, stating that the court's remarks have revealed the true nature of Banerjee's administration. He accused the state of experiencing a breakdown in law and order, alleging interference in police investigations.
Supreme Court Highlights Chaos in Bengal
Speaking to a news media outlet, Sarvagi remarked, "The Supreme Court has unveiled the reality of Mamata Banerjee's government. The court clearly indicated that a chaotic environment persists. The comments from the Supreme Court reflect the current state of law and order in Bengal... The Chief Minister herself interferes in the IPAC investigation and takes files away. The court's statement clearly indicates the level of disorder present there."
Governor Emphasizes Rule of Law
Meanwhile, West Bengal Governor C.V. Anand Bose stressed the importance of adhering to the law. While addressing journalists, Bose stated, "There are courts. Everyone must follow the law. What the Supreme Court has said is final."
Supreme Court's Notice Following ED's Allegations
This commentary follows the Supreme Court's issuance of notices to Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and senior police officials regarding petitions filed by the Enforcement Directorate (ED). The ED alleged that state officials interfered during a search operation at the premises of the political consulting firm IPAC under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). Justices Prashant Kumar Mishra and A.G. Masih noted that leaving unresolved issues related to broad constitutional questions could lead to chaos in states governed by various political parties.
Court Calls for Investigation into Law Enforcement
The court remarked, "To ensure the rule of law in the country and allow each branch to operate independently, it is essential to investigate this issue so that criminals do not find protection under the guise of law enforcement agencies in any particular state. In our view, this involves broad questions that, if left unresolved, could worsen the situation, leading to chaos in some state given the governance by different parties in various states."
ED Seeks Action Against Bengal Police
The court also imposed a stay on the FIR filed against ED officials by the West Bengal police concerning the search at the IPAC premises. This stay was granted following a request for interim protection by the ED's lawyer. During the hearing, Tushar Mehta, the Solicitor General of India representing the ED, described the incident as a reflection of West Bengal's "shocking situation."