
Midnight Raid at TMC Party Office: Police Recover Over Rs 1 Crore in Diamond Harbour
What Happened?
Diamond Harbour police seized over Rs 1.02 crore in cash from a Trinamool Congress office in Sarisha during a late-night raid. The operation followed information obtained from Sumit Roy, a personal assistant to TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee.
Key points
- Police recovered Rs 1,02,79,000 from the TMC office.
- The raid occurred on November 4, 2026.
- Sumit Roy is in custody related to a land corruption case.
- Investigators are examining the source and intended use of the cash.
- The TMC claims the office was vandalized and looted earlier this year.
Key insights
- The incident may lead to increased scrutiny of TMC's financial operations.
- Potential legal consequences for those involved in the cash's origin.
- Public perception of TMC could be negatively impacted due to the cash seizure.
Why it matters
The recovery raises questions about financial practices within political parties.
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Source
Times Now

