TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee moves Calcutta HC challenging freezing of his bank account
Abhishek Banerjee's lawyer Ayan Bhattacharjee claimed that the private bank froze his personal bank account without following the proper procedure.
Trinamool Congress Member of Parliament Abhishek Banerjee filed a petition on August 17, 2026, at the Calcutta High Court, challenging the freezing of his bank account by a private bank. Banerjee, who intends to travel abroad for medical treatment, has obtained permission from the Supreme Court for his journey. Justice Krishna Rao has scheduled a hearing for August 19, 2026, and instructed Banerjee's legal counsel to issue notices to all parties involved.
Banerjee's lawyer, Ayan Bhattacharjee, alleged that the private bank had frozen his personal bank account without adhering to proper procedures. Bhattacharjee further stated that Banerjee plans to travel abroad for medical reasons, with the Supreme Court's prior approval. The Diamond Harbour MP requested the court to urgently address his petition challenging the bank's action.
When Justice Rao inquired about any ongoing investigation against Banerjee, his lawyer clarified that the High Court had granted him protection from coercive actions in existing probes against him. They are currently complying with the conditions set forth. Bhattacharjee also affirmed that no police action was initiated for freezing Banerjee's bank accounts.
The Supreme Court had recently granted Banerjee permission to travel abroad for medical treatment for a duration of three weeks.
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