Bidhannagar Police Detain Sabyasachi Dutta on Extortion Charges

Former Bidhannagar Mayor Sabyasachi Dutta finds himself in police custody following allegations of extorting one crore rupees from a local businessman. The arrest marks a sharp escalation in the legal pressures mounting against Trinamool Congress figures, as investigators move to address long-standing claims of financial misconduct and intimidation within the party ranks.

Editorial·June 9, 2026·reads: 3,181

Bidhannagar Police Detain Sabyasachi Dutta on Extortion Charges

Dutta’s political trajectory has been marked by volatility, defined by his shifts between the Congress, the Trinamool Congress, and the BJP. His current legal predicament follows a difficult cycle, including a notable defeat during the 2026 Assembly elections. The Bidhannagar North Police confirmed the arrest, citing specific charges of extortion and criminal threats against the politician.

This development arrives during a broader crackdown involving several regional TMC leaders. Authorities have recently detained Jahangir Khan, Tilak Kumar Chakraborty, Paritosh Dutta, and Rajib Banerjee. These events highlight deep-seated internal fractures within the party, as speculation grows regarding potential realignments of sitting MPs toward the BJP-led NDA coalition.