Calcutta High Court Refuses Urgent Hearing for Aroop Biswas in Criminal Intimidation Case

Aroop Biswas, former West Bengal minister, sought urgent quashing of an FIR for criminal intimidation linked to the Messi GOAT Tour event. The Calcutta High Court denied the urgent plea, advising Biswas to seek anticipatory bail if fearing arrest. The event, held in December, faced criticism for poor management and violence, with damages estimated at Rs 2 crore. Biswas' brother, Swarup, was already arrested. The court questioned the six-month delay in filing the FIR but refused to expedite the case, citing the need for regular legal process. Organiser Satadru Datta lodged the FIR on May 30. A 70-foot Messi statue, unveiled during his visit, was recently dismantled due to safety concerns.

The court's decision reflects a neutral stance, emphasizing legal procedure over perceived urgency. Biswas' legal team argued the delay and political motives, but the court remained unpersuaded. The case may impact West Bengal's political landscape and event management practices.

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