Courtroom dramas in high-profile political cases never fail to shock me with their intensity—this Calcutta High Court incident is wild. On January 9, 2026, Justice Suvra Ghosh repeatedly warned about overcrowding and ordered unrelated lawyers to leave within five minutes, threatening to step out. But confusion exploded: lawyers argued, pushed, shoved over who stays, failing to restore order.
Frustrated judge walked out, postponing ED and TMC hearings to February 14. The case stems from ED raids on I-PAC offices and Pratik Jain's residences January 8, accusing Mamata Banerjee of intervening in coal scam probe by removing evidence. ED seeks CBI probe against her; TMC wants seized documents back, alleging BJP misuse for poll strategies, filing counter-complaints leading to police FIRs.
In my view, such chaos undermines judicial dignity—lawyers must prioritise decorum over theatrics in sensitive matters. It highlights heated Bengal politics where central agencies clash with state ruling party. Hoping future hearings proceed smoothly for justice.
TL;DR
- Justice Suvra Ghosh warned courtroom overcrowding and ordered unrelated lawyers exit within five minutes.
- Threatened to walk out if order not restored but confusion led to arguments.
- Lawyers began pushing shoving jostling over who would leave causing further unrest.
- Angered judge ultimately left courtroom adjourning proceedings in frustration.
- ED petition sought CBI probe against Mamata Banerjee for alleged intervention in coal scam.
- Accused Banerjee of removing documents devices during raids on I-PAC premises.
- Raids conducted January 8 2026 at offices and Pratik Jain residences in Kolkata Salt Lake.
- Trinamool counter-petition demanded return of seized documents alleging political misuse.
- TMC claimed BJP using ED to access party poll strategies ahead elections.
- Party filed complaints leading to FIRs police probes against ED officials CRPF.
