Calcutta High Court refuses to take suo motu cognizance of 'scathing remarks' made by Abhishek Banerjee against judiciary

While refusing to initiate a suo motu case, Chief Justice TS Sivagnanam asked the advocates to either file a petition or move the larger bench which is already hearing a contempt matter.

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17 Jul 2023, 12:31 pm

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The Calcutta High Court on Monday refused to take suo motu cognizance of an 'urgent motion' seeking initiation of contempt of court proceedings against Trinamool Congress leader Abhishek Banerjee for remarks that could impact the 'majesty of the judiciary.'

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Contempt of Court

Calcutta High Court

Abhishek Banerjee

Chief Justice TS Sivagnanam