Ex CM Mamata Banerjee Spotted In Lawyer’s Attire At Calcutta High Court Over Post-Poll Violence Case, Watch

Former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee made a dramatic and historic appearance at the Calcutta High Court on Thursday, arriving in full lawyer's attire to personally appear before Chief Justice HC Sujoy Pal in connection with a public interest litigation (PIL) related to alleged post-poll violence in the state.

Dressed in traditional black advocate robes, Banerjee's presence inside the courtroom immediately drew attention across political and legal circles, especially in the backdrop of the highly tense political atmosphere following the 2026 West Bengal Assembly election results.

The case revolves around allegations of violence, attacks, arson and displacement reported from several parts of the state after the BJP secured victory in the Assembly elections.

Mamata Banerjee Returns To Her Legal Roots

Mamata Banerjee's appearance in court was widely seen as symbolic and politically significant. By choosing to appear in lawyer's robes herself, the Trinamool Congress chief attempted to directly challenge allegations being made against her party and present the issue from the TMC's perspective before the court.

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Political observers described the moment as a rare and dramatic return to her legal roots.
Sources said Banerjee was expected to question several procedural aspects related to the case and also raise concerns regarding the evidence and claims presented before the court.

As she was leaving the court premises, a group of lawyers reportedly raised slogans of "Thief! Thief!" against her, creating a tense atmosphere inside the court complex. Amid heavy crowding and commotion, Mamata Banerjee eventually left the premises under tight security.

TMC Moves High Court Over Alleged Violence

The All India Trinamool Congress approached the Calcutta High Court seeking judicial intervention over incidents of alleged post-poll violence following the 2026 Assembly election results.

The matter was mentioned before Chief Justice HC Sujoy Pal.

The petition claims that several TMC workers and supporters were allegedly attacked after the election outcome, with incidents of vandalism, arson and political violence reported from multiple districts.

According to the plea, party offices were targeted and several workers were allegedly forced to flee their homes in certain areas.

Mamata Alleges "Hooliganism" In Front Of Police

During the proceedings, Mamata Banerjee made sharp allegations regarding the law-and-order situation in the state. She urged the court to ensure "immediate protection of people" and claimed that violence was taking place openly.

"In front of police they are doing hooliganism, burning and..." she said.
Banerjee further alleged that vulnerable communities were being targeted in the aftermath of the elections.

"Children are not spared, minorities are not spared, women are not spared... 10 of our workers have been murdered," she claimed.

Her remarks reflected the growing political confrontation between the TMC and the BJP after the election results.

Petition Filed By TMC-Linked Advocate

The petition was filed by advocate Sirsanya Banerjee, son of senior Trinamool Congress leader and advocate Kalyan Bandopadhyay.

Sirsanya Banerjee had also contested the Assembly elections from the Uttarpara constituency as a TMC candidate.

The plea sought judicial intervention and demanded protection for party workers allegedly facing attacks and intimidation in several regions.

The petition also requested a court-monitored investigation into the incidents of violence reported after the election results. TMC Claims Violence Against Party Workers
According to TMC leaders, several party workers were allegedly attacked or killed after the election outcome.

Party leaders claimed that offices were vandalised and workers displaced from different districts following political clashes.

The TMC has accused rival political groups of carrying out coordinated attacks after the results.

Meanwhile, opposition parties have continued accusing the TMC of trying to politicise the issue.

Banerjee Attempts To Shift Political Narrative

Political analysts believe Mamata Banerjee's decision to appear personally in court was also aimed at shaping public perception around the violence allegations.

By directly arguing the matter herself, Banerjee appeared to frame the controversy as a politically motivated campaign against the TMC after its electoral setback.

Observers noted that her courtroom appearance projected both political symbolism and legal aggression at a time when tensions in Bengal remain extremely high.

Tight Security Around Court Premises

Security was significantly increased around the Calcutta High Court premises due to the sensitivity of the matter and the presence of senior political leaders.

Large crowds gathered outside the court complex as journalists, lawyers, party supporters and onlookers closely followed the developments.

Police personnel were deployed in large numbers to maintain order during the proceedings.

Bengal Politics Remains Heated After Election Results

The 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections have triggered intense political conflict in the state. The BJP's victory ended the long political dominance of the TMC government led by Mamata Banerjee, leading to heightened tensions between workers of rival parties.

Allegations of political violence, intimidation and attacks have continued surfacing from several districts since the results were announced.

The High Court proceedings are now expected to become a major political and legal battle in the coming days as both sides continue making serious allegations against each other.
With Mamata Banerjee herself stepping into the courtroom in lawyer's robes, the case has already become one of the most dramatic political moments in recent Bengal politics.