Kolkata, New Delhi, INDIA. New York, USA.
Business To Business, Puri, 27th May, 2026: A All India Trinamool Congress MLA from West Bengal’s South 24 Parganas district, Dilip Mondal, was arrested in Puri on Wednesday in connection with alleged provocative remarks made during a victory procession.
According to police, Mondal—who represents Bishnupur constituency—was staying at a hotel in Puri when a team traced and detained him. He was later taken into custody and was being transported to Kolkata on transit remand.
Officials said the arrest followed complaints related to his alleged statements during a political rally or celebration procession, though detailed charges have not been fully outlined in the initial reports.
The case adds to ongoing political tensions in West Bengal, where clashes and controversies involving party functionaries have frequently drawn attention in recent months.
Police investigations are continuing, and further legal proceedings are expected once he is produced before the appropriate court in Kolkata.