TMC MP Abhishek Banerjeeโ€™s aide faces extensive questioning at Bhabani Bhawan under Supreme Court interim protection.

By DW Pulse | KOLKATA โ€” 10 August 2026 โ€” Sumit Roy, personal assistant to Trinamool Congress (TMC) national general secretary and Lok Sabha MP Abhishek Banerjee, appeared before the West Bengal Criminal Investigation Department (CID) at Bhabani Bhawan for consecutive days of intense questioning regarding an alleged government land fraud case in the Paschim Medinipur district. The investigation centers on allegations of illegal land-grabbing and the sale of vested government properties in Salboni using forged documentation.

Key Highlights

  • Sumit Roy faced back-to-back marathon interrogation sessions by CID sleuths at Bhabani Bhawan.
  • The probe stems from an alleged government land-grabbing and corruption case registered in Salboni, Paschim Medinipur.
  • The Supreme Court granted Roy interim protection from arrest until August 14, subject to full cooperation with investigators.

Interrogation and Salboni Land Case Details

The CID launched its formal inquiry following the arrest of former TMC MLA Sujoy Hazra in connection with the Salboni land corruption scam. Investigators are scrutinizing allegations that properties were acquired and transferred unlawfully through fraudulent records. Having remained untraced for weeks prior to his appearance, Roy made himself available to law enforcement following legal interventions.

During questioning, investigators examined potential financial transaction trails and communications linking various figures to the land transfer. Defending himself outside the agency headquarters, Roy dismissed the allegations against him as entirely baseless.

Legal Directives and Interim Protection

The Supreme Court bench directed Roy to join the ongoing investigation and remain accessible to sleuths between specified daytime hours. The apex court’s directive mandates that his arrest remain stayed through August 14, conditioned strictly upon active cooperation and adherence to investigative requirements. Further inquiries into related local matters, including a separate case registered at the Debra police station, are anticipated as the probe expands.