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Illegal Tin Shed Removed from TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee’s Kalighat Residence
✍️ Times of India
🗓 12 Nov 2026, 09:48 AM
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The Kolkata Municipal Corporation removed an illegal tin shed outside the residence of TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee after police orders, amid the MP’s concerns over police surveillance and a prior attack on his birthday celebrations.
In a move prompted by police orders, the Kolkata Municipal Corporation dismantled an illegal tin shed that had been erected outside the Kalighat residence of TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee. The shed, which was reportedly used for storage, had become a point of contention after the MP raised concerns about ongoing surveillance by Kolkata Police near his home.
Banerjee, who celebrated his birthday in Kalighat last month, said he feared a repeat of an attack that had taken place during the celebrations. He has repeatedly complained that the BJP‑led state government has not taken adequate action to address the issue.
The municipal corporation confirmed that the structure was removed following a directive from the police, citing safety and regulatory violations. Banerjee has called for stronger measures to prevent similar incidents in the future.
The incident highlights ongoing tensions between local authorities and political leaders over security and property concerns in the city.
Banerjee, who celebrated his birthday in Kalighat last month, said he feared a repeat of an attack that had taken place during the celebrations. He has repeatedly complained that the BJP‑led state government has not taken adequate action to address the issue.
The municipal corporation confirmed that the structure was removed following a directive from the police, citing safety and regulatory violations. Banerjee has called for stronger measures to prevent similar incidents in the future.
The incident highlights ongoing tensions between local authorities and political leaders over security and property concerns in the city.