The Enforcement Directorate on Saturday (Mar 30) arrested suspended Trinamool Congress leader Shajahan Sheikh in connection with a PMLA case.

The development came as the probe agency interrogated him at the Basirhat Sub Correctional Home, where he is currently lodged.&nbsp;

He is set to be produced before the ED Special Court.&nbsp;

Shahjahan, who has also been accused of forcefully occupying lands in the Sandeshkhali area, was questioned inside the prison for over four hours after receiving permission from the Basirhat sub-divisional court in North 24 Parganas district of West Bengal.

He was arrested on February 29 by the West Bengal Police over an attack that was carried out by his supporters on a team of ED officials.

The probe agency team members were attacked by the mob while they were on their way to conduct a raid on Shahjahan's house in Sandeshkhali over an alleged ration scam on January 5.

He was arrested after being on the run on for over 55 days following violent protests led by women, alleging sexual atrocities and land grabs.

Shahjahan was suspended by the Trinamool Congress for six years following his arrest.

The case was transferred by the Calcutta High Court to CBI on March 6.

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<h2>CBI arrests Shahjahan's brother for involvement in Sandeshkhali ED assault case</h2>

Earlier this month, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) had arrested three accused over involvement in the Sandeshkhali ED assault case, including Shahjahan's brother.

The accused were identified as Mafujar Molla, Sirajul Molla and Sheikh Alomgir.

A total of six people have so far been arrested by the CBI in the case and a probe is underway.

<h2>NCW submits report on Sandeshkhali to President</h2>

Rekha Sharma, who is the National Commission for Women chairperson, met President Droupadi Murmu earlier this month and submitted a report on the Sandeshkhali violence, the India-based news agency PTI reported citing sources. The commission recommended the President's Rule in West Bengal over the Sandeshkhali violence.

A fact-finding report was also prepared by the commission which said that it has gathered disturbing testimonies of women alleging widespread fear and systematic abuse by both police officers and members of the ruling Trinamool Congress.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

The Enforcement Directorate on Saturday (Mar 30) arrested suspended Trinamool Congress leader Shajahan Sheikh in connection with a PMLA case. The development came as the probe agency interrogated him at the Basirhat Sub Correctional Home, where he is currently lodged.

The Enforcement Directorate on Saturday (Mar 30) arrested suspended Trinamool Congress leader Shajahan Sheikh in connection with a PMLA case. The development came as the probe agency interrogated him at the Basirhat Sub Correctional Home, where he is currently lodged. He is set to be produced before the ED Special Court. Shahjahan, who has also been accused of forcefully occupying lands in the Sandeshkhali area, was questioned inside the prison for over four hours after receiving permission from the Basirhat sub-divisional court in North 24 Parganas district of West Bengal. He was arrested on February 29 by the West Bengal Police over an attack that was carried out by his supporters on a team of ED officials. The probe agency team members were attacked by the mob while they were on their way to conduct a raid on Shahjahan's house in Sandeshkhali over an alleged ration scam on January 5. He was arrested after being on the run on for over 55 days following violent protests led by women, alleging sexual atrocities and land grabs. Shahjahan was suspended by the Trinamool Congress for six years following his arrest. The case was transferred by the Calcutta High Court to CBI on March 6. Also read: 'They only know how to cook': Congress MLA gets embroiled in controversy over sexist remark CBI arrests Shahjahan's brother for involvement in Sandeshkhali ED assault case Earlier this month, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) had arrested three accused over involvement in the Sandeshkhali ED assault case, including Shahjahan's brother. The accused were identified as Mafujar Molla, Sirajul Molla and Sheikh Alomgir. A total of six people have so far been arrested by the CBI in the case and a probe is underway. NCW submits report on Sandeshkhali to President Rekha Sharma, who is the National Commission for Women chairperson, met President Droupadi Murmu earlier this month and submitted a report on the Sandeshkhali violence, the India-based news agency PTI reported citing sources. The commission recommended the President's Rule in West Bengal over the Sandeshkhali violence. A fact-finding report was also prepared by the commission which said that it has gathered disturbing testimonies of women alleging widespread fear and systematic abuse by both police officers and members of the ruling Trinamool Congress. (With inputs from agencies)

Enforcement Directorate arrests Trinamool leader Sheikh Shahjahan in PMLA case

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday (Mar 6) met the women who have alleged sexual assault by suspended Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader Sheikh Shahjahan in Sandeshkhali, West Bengal. Meanwhile, the Calcutta High Court has once again asked the West Bengal government to transfer the probe into the attack on Enforcement Directorate (ED) officials in Sandeshkhali to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI).&nbsp;

<h2>PM Modi meets five Sandeshkhali women</h2>

The five women from Sandeshkhali met PM Modi as Shahjahan’s threats against them reportedly continued. The meeting took place after the Indian PM addressed a public rally in Barasat, North 24 Parganas district where Sandeshkhali is also located.&nbsp;

WATCH |&nbsp;Indian PM Modi meets with women victims from Sandeshkhali village in West Bengal

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Sandeshkhali has witnessed unrest for months now after several women accused a local TMC leader who was arrested after being on the run for several weeks, on February 29. Shahjahan and his aides have been accused of systemic gang-rape and sexual exploitation of women in the Sandeshkhali area of the district.

Shahjahan, after his arrest, was suspended by the TMC for around six years. “Whatever happened in Sandeshkhali is a matter of shame. The TMC government is trying to protect the person responsible for this,” said the Indian PM.&nbsp;

He added, “However, they have received a setback from the high court as well as the Supreme Court…The storm of Sandeshkhali will reach every part of West Bengal.”&nbsp;

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Multiple media reports citing women that the PM spoke to said that he listened to them like a “father figure”.&nbsp;

<h2>Shahjahan&nbsp;finally&nbsp;handed over&nbsp;to CBI on&nbsp;Calcutta HC orders </h2>

Sandeshkhali accused Sheikh Shahjahan was finally handed over to the CBI on Wednesday by the West Bengal Police. The handover took place after the Calcutta High court&nbsp;had directed the police to hand over the suspended Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader to the central agency by 4:15 pm. 
 
The high court had asked the Crime Investigation Department (CID) to hand over Shahjahan on Tuesday, but the cops had refused saying that the Mamata Banerjee government had challenged the&nbsp;order in the Supreme Court.&nbsp;

The Calcutta HC, on Wednesday again ordered the TMC government in West Bengal, to hand over Shahjahan’s case to CBI.&nbsp;

This came a day after the court had directed the police to transfer custody of Shahjahan, as well as case materials, by 4:30 (local time). However, three hours later the CBI left empty-handed from the police headquarters in Kolkata, on Tuesday (Mar 5).&nbsp;

On Wednesday morning, West Bengal government counsel Abhishek Manu Singhvi again appealed before the Supreme Court after his appeal on Tuesday was swiftly rejected by the apex court.&nbsp;

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The West Bengal village of Sandeshkhali has become a flashpoint between the TMC and the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) ahead of the upcoming general elections.&nbsp;

The TMC strongman was on the run following the attack on ED officials in Sandeshkhali last month.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies) 
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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday (Mar 6) met the women who have alleged sexual assault by suspended Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader Sheikh Shahjahan in Sandeshkhali, West Bengal.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday (Mar 6) met the women who have alleged sexual assault by suspended Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader Sheikh Shahjahan in Sandeshkhali, West Bengal. Meanwhile, the Calcutta High Court has once again asked the West Bengal government to transfer the probe into the attack on Enforcement Directorate (ED) officials in Sandeshkhali to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). PM Modi meets five Sandeshkhali women The five women from Sandeshkhali met PM Modi as Shahjahan’s threats against them reportedly continued. The meeting took place after the Indian PM addressed a public rally in Barasat, North 24 Parganas district where Sandeshkhali is also located. WATCH | Indian PM Modi meets with women victims from Sandeshkhali village in West Bengal Sandeshkhali has witnessed unrest for months now after several women accused a local TMC leader who was arrested after being on the run for several weeks, on February 29. Shahjahan and his aides have been accused of systemic gang-rape and sexual exploitation of women in the Sandeshkhali area of the district. Shahjahan, after his arrest, was suspended by the TMC for around six years. “Whatever happened in Sandeshkhali is a matter of shame. The TMC government is trying to protect the person responsible for this,” said the Indian PM. He added, “However, they have received a setback from the high court as well as the Supreme Court…The storm of Sandeshkhali will reach every part of West Bengal.” Also Read | Calcutta High Court transfers Sandeshkhali violence probe to CBI, Bengal govt moves top court Multiple media reports citing women that the PM spoke to said that he listened to them like a “father figure”. Shahjahan finally handed over to CBI on Calcutta HC orders Sandeshkhali accused Sheikh Shahjahan was finally handed over to the CBI on Wednesday by the West Bengal Police. The handover took place after the Calcutta High court had directed the police to hand over the suspended Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader to the central agency by 4:15 pm. The high court had asked the Crime Investigation Department (CID) to hand over Shahjahan on Tuesday, but the cops had refused saying that the Mamata Banerjee government had challenged the order in the Supreme Court. The Calcutta HC, on Wednesday again ordered the TMC government in West Bengal, to hand over Shahjahan’s case to CBI. This came a day after the court had directed the police to transfer custody of Shahjahan, as well as case materials, by 4:30 (local time). However, three hours later the CBI left empty-handed from the police headquarters in Kolkata, on Tuesday (Mar 5). On Wednesday morning, West Bengal government counsel Abhishek Manu Singhvi again appealed before the Supreme Court after his appeal on Tuesday was swiftly rejected by the apex court. Also Read | Sandeshkhali sex abuse row: Absconding TMC strongman Shahjahan Sheikh arrested The West Bengal village of Sandeshkhali has become a flashpoint between the TMC and the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) ahead of the upcoming general elections. The TMC strongman was on the run following the attack on ED officials in Sandeshkhali last month. (With inputs from agencies)

Sandeshkhali sexual assault: PM Modi meets women who say they were threatened by Sheikh Shahjahan

Trinamool Congress Leader Sheikh Shahjahan has been arrested by the West Bengal in the Sandeshkhali violence row. He is accused of sexual atrocities, land grabbing and money laundering. West Bengal's Sandeshkhali has been on the boil for weeks now after several women in the area level sexual assault allegations on the TMC leader and his aides. Two of his associates were arrested earlier this month after protests erupted in the area. Watch to know more!

Sandeshkhali violence: TMC strongman, Sheikh Shahjahan, to be produced before court