Chandranath Sinha appears before ED
The Statesman | 26 September 2025Although the ED had sought his custody for questioning, a court rejected their plea on Wednesday. As per the court’s order, while the ED cannot take the minister into custody at this time, they are allowed to question him at their office. Minister Sinha has stated that he is fully cooperating with the investigation.
Today morning, Sinha — who is also the Trinamul Congress (TMC) MLA from Bolpur — arrived at the ED’s office located in the CGO Complex. Speaking briefly to reporters before entering, Sinha said he would assist with the probe. He was seen entering the office empty-handed, and sources indicate that the ED has not yet asked him to submit any documents. Sinha had earlier surrendered before the court on 6 September in connection with the alleged corruption in primary teacher recruitment. The ED had then requested custody, but the court granted him bail with conditions. As per those conditions, the minister is barred from leaving Kolkata or his Assembly constituency until the hearings in this case is concluded. The court has also instructed him to appear in person before the ED on both Thursday and Friday to assist with the investigation.
