Malda judicial officers attack case: NIA files 12 cases, teams on the ground after SC order
Indian Express·2h ago·Neutral
What Happened
The National Investigation Agency registered twelve cases Wednesday following a Supreme Court order regarding the April 1 gherao of judicial officers in West Bengal's Malda district. The court directed NIA to investigate despite crimes falling outside its jurisdiction. Five investigation teams were dispatched to probe incidents where locals allegedly held officers hostage and attacked vehicles. The Supreme Court criticized West Bengal officials for failing to prevent the incident.
Key Entities
National Investigation Agency (NIA)Supreme Court of IndiaWest Bengal GovernmentMalda districtChief Justice Surya KantJudicial officersSpecial Intensive Revision (SIR)