Congress candidate Milan Pradhan seeks court protection from six registered cases. He was arrested Friday in connection with five pending non-bailable warrants. Pradhan has been remanded to judicial custody until October 3, 2026. His advocate filed a writ petition seeking protection until the elections conclude. The political battle in Nandigram is expected to continue despite his incarceration.
INC Nandigram candidate moves HC from jail
Milan Pradhan, the Congress candidate for Nandigram, was arrested on Friday on five pending non‑bailable warrants and is currently in judicial custody until October 3, 2026. He has asked the High Court to grant him protection until the elections conclude. The case adds to the tense political atmosphere in Nandigram, where the contest is expected to continue even with Pradhan in jail.
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What happened
Milan Pradhan, a Congress candidate from Nandigram, has filed a writ petition in the High Court to stay his judicial custody until the elections end, despite being remanded on five non‑bailable warrants.
Why it matters
If you live in Nandigram or vote in the upcoming elections, this story means your candidate might be in jail, which could affect how the campaign is run and who represents you. It also shows how legal troubles can stall a political career, potentially leaving you without a strong local voice.
Impact
The candidate may continue to campaign from jail or rely on proxies, legal battles could delay or derail his candidacy, and the election outcome might hinge on how voters perceive his imprisonment.
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