Mahato Escalates Pressure on Abhishek Banerjee Over Forgery Probe

Five and a half hours of questioning by the CID have failed to quell the political firestorm surrounding Trinamool Congress leader Abhishek Banerjee. As investigators scrutinize allegations of forgery in assembly appointment documents, BJP MP Jyotirmay Singh Mahato is doubling down on his public critique of the opposition figure.

Editorial·June 12, 2026·reads: 1,362

Mahato Escalates Pressure on Abhishek Banerjee Over Forgery Probe

Mahato maintains that the ongoing inquiries conducted by the Central Bureau of Investigation, the Enforcement Directorate, and the state’s Criminal Investigation Department are necessary steps in addressing alleged criminal misconduct. The scrutiny centers on discrepancies found within official assembly documentation, specifically regarding the formal appointment of opposition legislative roles.

Banerjee’s recent appearance before state investigators marks a significant escalation in a case that continues to polarize the regional political landscape. While the legal process moves through its initial phases, the BJP is leveraging the investigation to challenge the credibility of TMC leadership, framing the probe as a vital component of institutional accountability.