
Calcutta HC Denies CPI(M)'s Request to Halt Bookstall Removal
What Happened?
The Calcutta High Court has dismissed the CPI(M)'s plea for protection against the removal of its Durga Puja bookstall near Jadavpur Coffee House, citing lack of permission.
Key points
- The CPI(M) sought judicial protection against the removal of its bookstall.
- Justice Partha Pratim Roy ruled that the party lacked permission to operate the stall.
- The bookstall has been set up for 49 years during Durga Puja.
- The CPI(M) applied for permission on September 19 but did not receive approval.
- Municipal officials attempted to remove the stall on October 17.
Key insights
- The court's decision may influence future applications for temporary stalls during festivals.
- Lack of proper permissions could lead to similar disputes for other organizations.
- The ruling emphasizes the importance of adhering to municipal regulations.
Why it matters
The ruling clarifies the necessity of obtaining permission for temporary installations during public festivals.
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India Today
