BJP Nominee with Multiple Criminal Cases Files Nomination Papers
Nomination Submission
Kolkata: Rakesh Singh, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate embroiled in multiple criminal allegations, submitted his nomination papers on Thursday for the Kolkata Port constituency. This submission coincided with the final day for filing nominations ahead of the upcoming assembly polls.
Singh, who is known for his involvement in the vandalism of the Vidyasagar statue in 2019, carried a portrait of the 19th-century social reformer Ishwarchandra Vidyasagar during the filing process. The state government previously informed the Calcutta High Court of Singh’s extensive criminal history, noting that he has been implicated in 56 cases, from which he has been granted bail.
Legal Background and Bail Status
Singh spent five-and-a-half months in Presidency Jail before being released on April 6, following the High Court’s interim bail ruling that allowed him to participate in the electoral elections. The details of his election affidavit, which should disclose all pending criminal charges, were not available on the Election Commission’s website until late Thursday night.
Despite inclement weather that necessitated the cancellation of his planned nomination procession, which was to feature BJP leaders such as Suvendu Adhikari and actress Kangana Ranaut, Singh proceeded to file his nomination accompanied by family members and a small group of supporters.
Response to Accusations
Singh strongly denied the allegations against him, attributing them to political motivations by the ruling Trinamool government. He expressed his determination to clear his name while raising the portrait of Vidyasagar, stating, “My mother did not raise me to be a hooligan.” In his remarks, he asserted his commitment to campaigning vigorously, stating he would visit all areas to counter the claims of the presence of “mini Pakistan” in the region.
Singh also remarked on his legal troubles, emphasizing that a number of established politicians in the region face similar or even greater numbers of what he categorized as “politically motivated” cases against them. He positioned himself as a candidate fighting against these allegations as he embarks on his campaign journey.
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Nomination SubmissionKolkata: Rakesh Singh, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate embroiled in multiple criminal allegations, submitted his nomination papers on Thursday for the Kolkata Port constituency. This submission coincided with the final day for filing nominations ahead of the upcoming assembly polls.Singh, who is known for his involvement in the vandalism of the Vidyasagar statue in 2019, carried a portrait of the 19th-century social reformer Ishwarchandra Vidyasagar during the filing process. The state government previously informed the Calcutta High Court of Singh’s extensive criminal history, noting that he has been implicated in 56 cases, from which he has been granted bail.Legal Background and Bail StatusSingh spent five-and-a-half months in Presidency Jail before being released on April 6, following the High Court’s interim bail ruling that allowed him to participate in the electoral elections. The details of his election affidavit, which should disclose all pending criminal charges, were not available on the Election Commission’s website until late Thursday night.Despite inclement weather that necessitated the cancellation of his planned nomination procession, which was to feature BJP leaders such as Suvendu Adhikari and actress Kangana Ranaut, Singh proceeded to file his nomination accompanied by family members and a small group of supporters.Response to AccusationsSingh strongly denied the allegations against him, attributing them to political motivations by the ruling Trinamool government. He expressed his determination to clear his name while raising the portrait of Vidyasagar, stating, “My mother did not raise me to be a hooligan.” In his remarks, he asserted his commitment to campaigning vigorously, stating he would visit all areas to counter the claims of the presence of “mini Pakistan” in the region.Singh also remarked on his legal troubles, emphasizing that a number of established politicians in the region face similar or even greater numbers of what he categorized as “politically motivated” cases against them. He positioned himself as a candidate fighting against these allegations as he embarks on his campaign journey.
