Shahjahan Sheikh

Calcutta High Court
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The case involved allegations of rape of women and land grabbing by individuals associated with local leader Shahjahan Sheikh in Sandeshkhali, a village in 24 North Parganas District of West Bengal.

Sandeshkhali ED attack
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Shahjahan Sheikh was described by the court as a ‘strongman’ with significant political influence, was elected as a Karmadhaksya of Zilla Parishad, North 24 Parganas, and had ties to the ruling party. He is a prime accused in almost 42 criminal cases arising out of Sandeshkhali, eventually leading to his arrest by the State Police after a prolonged period of being absconded.