TMC leader Ajit Saha, brother arrested in North 24 Parganas
A Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader and his brother were arrested in West Bengal’s North 24 Parganas district after police raided their residence and allegedly recovered a large amount of cash, liquor and firearms-related items.
The arrests were made following a complaint by a businessman, who accused the duo of extorting ₹20 lakh from him. Acting on the complaint, police carried out a search operation at the home of TMC leader Ajit Saha and his brother Sujit Saha.
During the raid, officials reportedly recovered ₹27 lakh in cash, 52 bottles of foreign liquor, a sports shooting rifle, an air gun, along with several live cartridges and empty shells. The recovery prompted authorities to launch a broader investigation into the source of the cash and the legality of the weapons and ammunition.
Both Ajit Saha and Sujit Saha were taken into custody for questioning. Police are currently verifying whether the recovered firearms were legally licensed and are also investigating whether any other individuals were involved in the alleged extortion case.
The incident has triggered political controversy in the state, with opposition parties criticising the ruling Trinamool Congress over allegations involving one of its local leaders. Meanwhile, investigators continue to examine the seized materials, and officials said further legal action will depend on the findings of the ongoing probe.
