‘TMC leader’s lawyer tried to see bail case record in my chamber’: Calcutta High Court judge recuses

Calcutta High Court judge Suvra Ghosh has withdrawn herself from the bail case of TMC leader Sujit Bose. The reason cited was that one of Bose's lawyers, along with her private secretary, attempted to access the case records inside her chamber. This act was met with resistance from the other staff members. The judge deemed their behavior suspicious, prompting Acting Chief Justice to investigate the matter further.

The hearing on the matter has been postponed until August 17, 2026. On August 18, 2026, during a courtroom appearance, the same lawyer and the judge's private secretary tried to force their way into the judge's chamber to view the case records, but were once again met with resistance from the staff. In response, the judge ordered the release of the case and has directed it to be handed over to the Hon’ble Acting Chief Justice, High Court, Calcutta to receive appropriate guidance.

The matter is now awaiting further instructions from the Chief Justice. In connection with the ED probe into the case, Bose was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in Kolkata. The authorities alleged that Bose had illegally recommended 150 candidates for various posts in the South Dum Dum Municipality. They also pointed out the acquisition of flats by Bose as direct proceeds of crime resulting from the municipality job recommendations.

Additionally, ED has traced significant cash deposits in bank accounts under his control. Bose will be produced the following morning before a Special Court.